Cabbage Roll Soup – Looking for a warming soup to enjoy on those chilliest days? Our Cabbage Roll Soup is the choice. This classic American dish combines all the comforting flavors of cabbage rolls in a satisfying soup form. With its beefy broth, tender cabbage and a touch of spice Cabbage Roll Soup truly embodies comfort food at its finest. Let’s dive into this to follow recipe and discover the flavors it has to offer.
I still remember the first time I prepared Cabbage Roll Soup for my family. It was a cold winter evening. I was craving something hearty and wholesome. As the pot simmered on the stove the enticing aroma of beef, cabbage and tomatoes filled our kitchen leaving us waiting to taste it. When I served it up my husband and child took their spoonfuls. Couldn’t stop praising its deliciousness. That moment holds a place, in my heart as this recipe has become an all-time favorite among my loved ones.
What makes this Cabbage Roll Soup truly delightful?
Experience the combination of convenience and comfort with our Cabbage Roll Soup. In less than an hour you can savor a bowl of flavorful soup that brings forth the timeless essence of cabbage rolls right, to your dining table. This recipe puts a spin on a classic combining a flavorful beef broth, tender cabbage and just the right amount of spice. Whether you’re, in need of a comforting meal on a day craving a soup or aiming to impress your guests with a crowd-pleasing dish Cabbage Roll Soup is the perfect choice. What’s more it can easily be prepared in quantities making it ideal for gatherings or meal prepping. Take your soup experience to the next level, with this delightful recipe.
What You Need To Make This Cabbage Roll Soup Recipe?
Ground Beef: This is where the magic starts. You can choose ground beef, for a twist or go all in with the full-fat version to enjoy an indulgent and rich flavor.
Sweet Onion and Garlic: The fantastic combination of onion and garlic brings a savory foundation to the soup. Don’t hold back on these ingredients; they set the stage for the deliciousness that follows.
Cabbage: The star attraction! Chopped cabbage adds a crunch and earthy sweetness to the soup creating a symphony of textures with every spoonful.
Beef Broth: It forms the backbone of this soup infusing it with that meaty essence. Opt for high-quality beef broth for results.
Tomato Juice: The tomato juice contributes a tomatoey goodness that blends beautifully with the cabbage and beef resulting in a flavor profile.
Long Grain White Rice: This humble grain not only thickens the soup. Also becomes tender and toothsome as it absorbs all those flavorful juices. It’s truly the heartwarming core of this dish.
Worcestershire Sauce: A weapon, in enhancing flavors! Worcestershire sauce adds a touch of umami and depth that elevates this soup to heights.
Canned Tomatoes with Chiles: These tomatoes bring a kick of heat and a hint of smokiness, to the soup. The chiles add the amount of zing.
Salt: It’s the seasoning that brings everything together. Start with the recommended amount. Adjust according to your taste. A small pinch of salt can enhance the flavors. Be careful not to overdo it.
Grated Parmesan: The touch! Sprinkle some of this cheese on your bowl and witness it. Blend with the soup for an additional layer of savory perfection.
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Steps To Make Cabbage Roll Soup:
Step 1: To begin heat a stockpot or Dutch oven, over medium heat and brown the ground beef. Make sure to break up the meat as it cooks.
Step 2: Once the beef starts to brown add in the minced onion and garlic. Keep cooking and stirring until the beef is fully cooked.
Step 3: Next add the chopped cabbage, beef broth, tomato juice, rice, Worcestershire sauce canned tomatoes with chiles and salt to the pot. Bring everything to a boil.
Step 4: Reduce the heat to a simmer cover it up and let it cook for 25 minutes or until the rice becomes tender. Taste it. Adjust the seasoning, with salt if necessary.
Step 5: Serve your Cabbage Roll Soup away. If you like you can even sprinkle some Parmesan on top for a burst of flavor.
Tip:
To enhance the flavors of your Cabbage Roll Soup you may want to consider preparing it a day ahead. Like soups this one benefits, from allowing the flavors to blend and mature over time. When you warm it up the day you’ll notice that the taste becomes even richer and more satisfying. This option is perfect for planning for gatherings or simply for a delicious meal, on a hectic day. Just keep it in the fridge and gently reheat when you’re ready to savor it – it’s a soup that improves with age!
Frequently Asked Questions:
Can I use ground turkey instead of ground beef in this recipe?
Of course! Feel free to use ground turkey instead of ground beef in this recipe. It’s a way to make the soup leaner while still keeping all the flavors intact.
Is it possible to freeze Cabbage Roll Soup for later?
Absolutely! You can definitely freeze Cabbage Roll Soup for later. Simply let it cool down transfer it into airtight containers and pop it in the freezer. It will stay good for, up to three months. When you’re ready to enjoy it just reheat it. If needed add some extra broth or tomato juice to get your desired consistency.
Can I make this soup in a slow cooker?
Definitely! Making this soup in a cooker is totally possible. Just follow the instructions of browning the meat and sautéing the onions and garlic as usual then transfer everything into your cooker. Let it cook on low heat for 6 to 8 hours or, on high heat for approximately 3 to 4 hours until the rice becomes tender.
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Cabbage Roll Soup
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 sweet onion minced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 medium cabbage chopped, core removed
- 3 c beef broth
- 2 ½ c tomato juice
- 2/3 c long grain white rice
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 28 oz canned tomatoes with chiles
- 1 tsp salt adjust to taste
- Grated Parmesan for topping
Instructions
- In a pot cook the ground beef on medium heat until it turns brown making sure to break it up as it cooks.
- Add minced onion and garlic. Continue cooking until the beef is fully cooked.
- Mix, in chopped cabbage, beef broth, tomato juice, rice, Worcestershire sauce canned tomatoes with chiles and salt.
- Bring the mixture to a boil. Then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover the pot. Let it cook for 25 minutes or until the rice becomes tender.
- Taste the soup. Add salt if necessary.
- Serve hot with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, on top.
- Enjoy your Cabbage Roll Soup. A flavorful meal!
Notes
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