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Stuffed Cabbage Soup

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A comforting and hearty soup that brings the classic flavors of stuffed cabbage rolls in a convenient meal form, perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound lean ground beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken
  • 1 small onion (chopped)
  • 2 cloves garlic (grated)
  • 4 cups green cabbage (chopped)
  • 1 small green pepper (seeded and chopped)
  • 3 cups beef stock Can use vegetable broth for a vegetarian option
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 15 ounces canned diced tomatoes (with juices)
  • 30 ounces canned tomato sauce (two 15-ounce cans)
  • 1/2 cup long grain white rice Can substitute for quinoa or cauliflower rice
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (finely chopped)
  • 3 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped) For garnish
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons brown sugar

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Peel away and discard the first few outer leaves of the cabbage. Chop the inner portion, setting the core aside.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the ground beef and season with salt and pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes, breaking up the meat until it's no longer pink.
  3. Stir in the chopped onion, grated garlic, chopped cabbage, and green pepper. Season again with a pinch of salt and pepper, continuing to cook for 2-3 minutes until the onions are softened.
Cooking
  1. Fold in the beef stock, Worcestershire sauce, diced tomatoes (with all their juices), tomato sauce, long grain rice, and finely chopped thyme.
  2. Cover the pot, bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice and vegetables are tender.
  3. Stir in the brown sugar and parsley, then taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Serve the soup hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5g

Notes

To keep leftovers fresh, allow the soup to cool completely before transferring to an airtight container. It can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat adding stock or water if needed. For extra flavor, consider adding smoked paprika or Italian seasoning. Experiment with different vegetables or spices for added nutrition.
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