Certainly! Here’s a recipe for a hearty Cabbage Soup with Hamburger:
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 carrots, peeled and diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small head of cabbage, chopped
- 2 large potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 8 cups beef or vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 cup frozen green beans
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Brown the Meat: In a large soup pot, brown the ground beef or turkey over medium heat, breaking it up into crumbles. Drain any excess fat.
- Saute Vegetables: Add chopped onions, diced carrots, and minced garlic to the pot. Saute until the vegetables are softened.
- Add Potatoes and Cabbage: Stir in the diced potatoes and chopped cabbage. Cook for a few minutes until the cabbage starts to wilt.
- Pour in Tomatoes and Broth: Add the undrained diced tomatoes to the pot. Pour in the beef or vegetable broth. Stir well to combine.
- Season the Soup: Add dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, pepper, and bay leaves. Stir the soup, and let it come to a gentle boil.
- Simmer: Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the soup simmer for about 20-25 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
- Add Green Beans: Stir in the frozen green beans and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until they are heated through.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve: Discard the bay leaves before serving. Ladle the cabbage soup into bowls. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
- Enjoy: Serve this hearty and flavorful cabbage soup with hamburger piping hot. You can also accompany it with crusty bread or crackers.
This cabbage soup is not only delicious and comforting but also a great way to incorporate a variety of vegetables into your meal. Feel free to customize the recipe with your favorite herbs and spices to suit your taste preferences.
