Hearty Beef & Cabbage Soup – A Cozy One-Pot Comfort Classic
Warm, nourishing, and packed with homestyle flavor, this Hearty Beef & Cabbage Soup is the ultimate comfort meal for busy weeknights or chilly evenings. Tender ground beef, sweet carrots, fresh cabbage, and tomatoes simmer together in a rich, savory broth to create a wholesome soup that’s both satisfying and nutritious. Every spoonful is loaded with hearty ingredients and comforting flavors that make this timeless recipe a family favorite.
Ingredients
For the Soup
500 g (1 lb) ground beef
1 medium head cabbage, chopped
1 medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 carrots, sliced
2 tbsp olive oil
For the Broth & Seasoning
4 cups beef broth
1 can (400 g / 14 oz) diced tomatoes
2 tbsp tomato paste
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp dried thyme
1 bay leaf
1 tsp salt (or to taste)
½ tsp black pepper
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (optional)
Instructions
Brown the Beef
Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
Drain any excess grease if needed.
Sauté the Vegetables
Add the chopped onion, garlic, and carrots.
Cook for 4–5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften and become fragrant.
Build the Soup
Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute.
Add the diced tomatoes, beef broth, paprika, oregano, thyme, bay leaf, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce.
Add the Cabbage
Stir in the chopped cabbage and bring the soup to a gentle boil.
Simmer
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30–40 minutes, or until the cabbage and carrots are tender and the flavors have blended beautifully.
Serve
Remove the bay leaf.
Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.
Ladle into bowls and serve hot with crusty bread or crackers.
Serving Suggestions
Top with fresh parsley for a burst of color and flavor.
Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese for extra richness.
Serve alongside warm buttered rolls or rustic bread for a complete meal.
Comforting, flavorful, and incredibly easy to make, this Beef & Cabbage Soup is a cozy bowl of goodness that will keep everyone coming back for seconds!
