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Cabbage Roll Soup Recipe

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A hearty and flavorful Cabbage Roll Soup that combines ground beef and sausage with fresh vegetables, aromatic herbs, and tangy tomato broth. This comforting soup captures the essence of traditional cabbage rolls but in a warm, easy-to-make soup form perfect for any season.

Ingredients

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Meat

  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • ½ lb ground sausage
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Vegetables and Aromatics

  • 1 large yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 medium carrots, quartered and sliced
  • 5 cups chopped cabbage (packed)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced

Liquids and Canned Goods

  • 5–6 cups low-sodium beef broth
  • 2 (8 oz) cans tomato sauce
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can petite diced tomatoes

Seasonings and Herbs

  • 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 ½ teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf

Other

  • ¾ cup dry jasmine or long-grain white rice
  • Juice from ½ of a small lemon
  • 2 Tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Brown meat: Heat a Dutch oven or large soup pot over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and sausage, breaking it up into small pieces with a spatula. Cook until the meat is fully browned and no longer pink, then season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  2. Sauté veggies: Add the chopped onion to the pot and cook for about 2 minutes until slightly softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook briefly until fragrant. Add the quartered and sliced carrots along with the chopped cabbage, cooking everything together for 2 more minutes to start softening the vegetables.
  3. Finish soup base: Pour in the low-sodium beef broth, tomato sauce, and petite diced tomatoes. Stir in Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, dried oregano, dried thyme, and the bay leaf. Bring the mixture to a simmer and then stir in the dry jasmine or long-grain white rice evenly throughout the soup.
  4. Simmer: Cover the pot and reduce heat to low. Let the soup simmer gently for about 25 minutes, stirring once or twice during cooking to prevent sticking. Continue simmering until the rice is cooked through and tender.
  5. Taste and serve: If you prefer a soupier consistency, add additional beef broth to your liking. Adjust seasoning with extra salt and pepper if needed. Remove and discard the bay leaf. Stir in the fresh lemon juice and chopped parsley for brightness. Optionally sprinkle with crushed red pepper flakes before serving for a little heat.

Notes

  • Use low-sodium beef broth to control the saltiness of the soup.
  • If you prefer a vegetarian version, substitute meats with plant-based protein and use vegetable broth.
  • Adjust the type of rice based on your preference; jasmine or long-grain works best for even cooking.
  • Simmering time may vary slightly depending on the rice used; ensure it is fully cooked before serving.
  • This soup reheats well and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

Keywords: Cabbage Roll Soup, Ground Beef Soup, Hearty Soup, Cabbage Soup, Comfort Food, Easy Dinner Soup

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