One-Pot Ground Beef and Cabbage Soup for Cozy Weeknight Dinners
Experience comfort with One-Pot Ground Beef and Cabbage Soup, perfect for busy weeknights.
Equipment
- - Large pot
Ingredients
For the Soup
- 2 tbsp Avocado Oil Great for sautéing vegetables; olive oil makes a fine substitute.
- 1 large Onion Chop into medium pieces for even cooking.
- 3 medium Carrots Slice into half-moons for best results.
- 6 cloves Garlic Minced; freshly minced garlic gives the best flavor.
- 1 lb Ground Beef Choose 85/15 or 90/10 for good flavor and fat balance.
- 4 large Diced Tomatoes Use fresh or canned as needed.
- 5 cups Chicken Broth Opt for low-sodium to control salt levels.
- 1.5 tbsp Italian Seasoning Oregano or thyme can be good alternatives.
- 0.5 tsp Black Pepper Feel free to adjust based on your taste.
- 2 Bay Leaves Infuses depth during cooking; remove before serving.
- Sea Salt Season to taste, ideally added at the end.
- 1 head Cabbage Chopped into 1-inch pieces; add towards the end to preserve crunch.
Instructions
How to Make One-Pot Ground Beef and Cabbage Soup
- Begin by dicing the onion, slicing the carrots into half-moons, mincing the garlic, and chopping the cabbage into 1-inch pieces. Set the diced tomatoes aside for later.
- In a large pot, heat the avocado oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion and carrots, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Increase the heat to high and add the ground beef to the pot. Cook the beef for 5-6 minutes, breaking it apart as it cooks, until it is browned and caramelized for enriched flavor.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes, chicken broth, Italian seasoning, black pepper, and bay leaves. Stir everything together and bring it to a boil for about 3-4 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to medium-low. Add the chopped cabbage, stir, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 30 minutes, making sure to stir halfway through to prevent sticking.
- Remove the bay leaves, taste the soup, and adjust the salt according to your preference. Serve the soup hot in bowls, ready to be enjoyed!
Notes
Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and flavor.