HEARTY CABBAGE ROLL SOUP

HEARTY CABBAGE ROLL SOUP

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HEARTY CABBAGE ROLL SOUP 🥬🍲

Ingredients:

  • 1 medium head of green cabbage
  • 1 lb ground beef (or turkey for a lighter option)
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup long-grain rice, uncooked
  • 6 cups beef broth
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

HEARTY CABBAGE ROLL SOUP

Directions:

  1. Start by preparing your ingredients. Take the cabbage and remove the core. Carefully peel off about 10-12 leaves. Set the leaves aside. Finely chop any leftover cabbage (you can use this in the soup).
  2. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened. Then, add the minced garlic and continue cooking for another minute, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
  3. Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef. Break it up with a spoon as it cooks, until it turns a beautiful brown and is no longer pink. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  4. Stir in the chopped leftover cabbage and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until it’s slightly tender.
  5. Pour in the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, beef broth, and uncooked rice. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
  6. Season with paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper, adjusting to your taste preferences.
  7. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover. Allow it to simmer for about 20-25 minutes or until the rice is cooked and tender.
  8. Once cooked, remove from heat. If you used bay leaves, make sure to discard them before serving. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a pop of color and flavor.
  9. Serve hot, and enjoy your hearty cabbage roll soup!

HEARTY CABBAGE ROLL SOUP

Additional Information:

Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 30 minutes
Total time: 45 minutes
Servings: 6

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving):
Calories: 300, Protein: 20g, Carbohydrates: 30g, Fat: 10g

Notes:

For a vegetarian version, you can replace the ground meat with a mix of black beans and lentils. Adjust the cooking time accordingly as lentils may take slightly different times to cook.

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