Beef and Cabbage Soup Recipe
A hearty and nutritious Beef and Cabbage Soup featuring lean ground beef, fresh vegetables, beans, and a savory blend of Italian seasoning, simmered to perfection for a comforting and flavorful meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Meat and Oil
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Vegetables
- 3 teaspoons minced garlic
- ½ chopped head cabbage
- 2 stalks chopped celery
- 2 medium peeled and chopped carrots
Pantry Items
- 1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (16-ounce) can kidney beans, drained
- 3 ½ cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Brown the beef: In a large pot, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 pound of lean ground beef and cook it, breaking it apart, until it is fully browned and no longer pink.
- Sauté garlic and season: Add 3 teaspoons of minced garlic to the ground beef. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for about 30 seconds until the garlic is fragrant.
- Add vegetables and liquids: Stir in ½ a chopped head of cabbage, 1 (28-ounce) can of diced tomatoes, 2 chopped celery stalks, 2 peeled and chopped medium carrots, 1 (16-ounce) can of drained kidney beans, 3 ½ cups of beef broth, and 1 tablespoon of Italian seasoning. Mix everything thoroughly.
- Simmer the soup: Bring the soup mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer gently for 1 hour to develop flavors.
- Garnish and serve: After simmering, taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve hot.
Notes
- For added freshness, garnish with chopped parsley or a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese.
- This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and freezes well for longer storage.
- To make it spicier, add a pinch of red pepper flakes during cooking.
- Use low sodium beef broth to control salt intake.
- For a thicker soup, mash some beans before adding or let it simmer uncovered for the last 15 minutes.
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