Hearty Cabbage Soup

Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients:
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A warm and comforting cabbage soup recipe filled with savory ground beef, a medley of vegetables, and flavorful beef stock. This wholesome soup is a hearty and satisfying dish, perfect for cozy evenings or gatherings with loved ones.
Ingredients
1 1⁄2 | pounds ground beef (or pork) |
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1 1⁄4 | pounds cabbage, shredded (or sauerkraut, rinsed in cold water and squeezed dry) |
1 | medium yellow onion, chopped |
1 | carrot |
1 | bell pepper |
2 1⁄2 | quarts beef stock |
1 | cup tomato juice |
3 | potatoes |
• | salt and pepper |
1⁄2 | cup lemon juice |
• | sour cream (optional) |
Instructions
1. | In a deep soup pot over medium heat, add the ground beef and cover with water. Boil for 1 to 2 hours until the meat is tender. |
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2. | Once the meat is almost done, add the onion, carrot, bell pepper, and potatoes. Let them simmer together. |
3. | When the potatoes are soft, add the shredded cabbage (or sauerkraut), salt, pepper, and tomato juice. Cook until the cabbage is just softened but still crunchy. |
4. | Check the seasoning and adjust salt and pepper to taste. Stir in the lemon juice. |
5. | Serve the soup in bowls with a dollop of sour cream on top. |
Published on Jan 27, 2025 by Luminița