Description
Hearty “Cabbage Soup with Hamburger” delivers comfort in a bowl, blending rustic charm with satisfying flavors. Robust ingredients merge into a soul-warming meal that welcomes you home with rich, savory goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground beef (lean or extra-lean)
Vegetables:
- ½ head green cabbage, chopped (about 4 cups)
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
- 2 stalks celery, sliced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
Liquid and Seasoning:
- 4 cups (960 milliliters) beef broth (or chicken broth for a lighter flavor)
- 2 cups (480 milliliters) water
- 1 can (14.5 ounces or 411 grams) diced tomatoes, with juice
- 1 can (6 ounces or 170 grams) tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- ¼ cup (15 grams) chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the protein foundation by sautéing ground beef in a spacious cooking vessel over medium heat, methodically breaking down the meat into delicate crumbles and eliminating any surplus fat.
- Introduce aromatic elements like finely diced onions and minced garlic, allowing them to soften and release their robust essence, creating a flavorful base for the soup.
- Layer in chopped cabbage, sliced carrots, and diced celery, gently stirring and permitting the vegetables to slightly wilt and release their natural moisture.
- Incorporate diced tomatoes with their inherent juices, tomato paste, rich beef broth, and additional water, thoroughly blending the components to establish a harmonious liquid landscape.
- Elevate the flavor profile by seasoning with fragrant thyme, aromatic basil, smoky paprika, salt, and freshly ground black pepper, then escalate the temperature to initiate a vigorous boil.
- Transition the soup to a gentle simmer, covering the pot and allowing the ingredients to meld and soften, typically requiring 30-40 minutes of patient cooking.
- Conduct a final flavor assessment, calibrating seasonings as necessary, and present the steaming soup adorned with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for an elegant finishing touch.
Notes
- Drain the beef thoroughly to prevent a greasy soup, using a colander or paper towels to remove excess fat for a lighter, cleaner-tasting dish.
- Slice vegetables uniformly to ensure even cooking and consistent texture throughout the soup.
- Boost protein content by adding beans like kidney or white beans for a more filling meal that keeps you satisfied longer.
- Opt for lean ground beef (90/10 or 93/7) to reduce overall fat while maintaining rich, meaty flavor in the soup.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg