Beef & Cabbage Soup
Introduction
Beef & Cabbage Soup is a hearty, comforting dish that’s perfect for weekly meal prep or warming up on a chilly day. Packed with tender beef, flavorful vegetables, and tender cabbage, this soup is both nutritious and satisfying. It’s simple to make, flexible for substitutions, and keeps beautifully in the refrigerator or freezer.
This classic soup is ideal as a main meal or paired with crusty bread for a cozy lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef or stew meat
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups beef broth or stock
- 1/2 head of green cabbage, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme or 2 tsp fresh thyme
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
