Absolutely! Meaty cabbage soup is a warm, hearty, and healthy meal—perfect for chilly days. Here’s a classic recipe:
Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef or stew meat
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 1/2 head green cabbage, chopped
- 1 can (14.5 oz / 400g) diced tomatoes
- 6 cups beef or vegetable broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp paprika (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Brown the meat
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add ground beef (or stew meat) and cook until browned. Remove excess fat if necessary.
- Sauté vegetables
- Add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook 5–7 minutes until softened.
- Add cabbage and liquids
- Stir in chopped cabbage, diced tomatoes, broth, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 25–30 minutes, until vegetables are tender and flavors meld.
- Adjust seasoning
- Taste and add more salt, pepper, or spices as needed.
- Serve
- Serve hot with crusty bread or crackers for a filling meal.
💡 Tips:
- You can swap ground beef for sausage, turkey, or shredded chicken.
- Add a little tomato paste for a richer flavor or a dash of vinegar for tang.
- This soup keeps well and often tastes even better the next day.
If you want, I can give a “one-pot, extra-meaty” version with more beef chunks, potatoes, and a thicker, stew-like consistency—it’s basically a full meal in a bowl.
Do you want me to share that version?
