Grandma's Beef Cabbage Soup

Hearty, wholesome, and brimming with nostalgia, Grandma's Beef Cabbage Soup is the ultimate comfort food for chilly days. Packed with tender ground beef, earthy green cabbage, and a medley of vibrant vegetables like carrots, celery, and russet potatoes, this soup offers a nutrient-rich, satisfying meal in every spoonful. Simmered in a savory beef broth with aromatic spices like thyme and parsley, it boasts a robust flavor that feels like a warm hug. Easy to prepare in just over an hour, this one-pot wonder is perfect for family dinners or meal prep, yielding up to six generous servings. Pair with crusty bread for an irresistible, cozy combination that’s sure to become a household favorite. Keywords: Beef cabbage soup, hearty soup recipe, comfort food, one-pot meal, easy family dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 medium Carrots, peeled and diced
• 2 stalks Celery stalks, diced
• 1 large Russet potato, peeled and cubed
• 1 head Green cabbage, chopped
• 8 cups Beef broth
• 14.5 ounces Diced tomatoes (canned)
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 whole Bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Dried parsley
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
• 1 cup Water (optional, for thinner soup)

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it into smaller pieces with a wooden spoon. Drain any excess fat and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5 minutes, or until the vegetables become tender.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and sauté for another 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir the cooked ground beef back into the pot.

Step 6

Add the cubed potato, chopped cabbage, beef broth, diced tomatoes (with their liquid), tomato paste, bay leaf, thyme, parsley, salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Stir the ingredients together and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 8

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Let the soup simmer for 45-50 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage and potatoes are tender.

Step 9

Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper if necessary.

Step 10

Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Step 11

Serve hot and enjoy! This soup pairs wonderfully with crusty bread or crackers.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(4626.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1942.2

Total Fat 100.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 36.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.6g
Cholesterol 301.1mg	0%
Sodium 12093.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 162.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 41.0g	0%
Total Sugars 61.9g
Protein 124.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 823.1mg	0%
Iron 21.6mg	0%
Potassium 7100.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.0%

Protein: 24.3%

Carbs: 31.7%