Hearty Slow Cooker Beef & Cabbage Comfort Stew
Nothing beats coming home to a warm bowl of this rich and satisfying Beef & Cabbage Stew. Slow-cooked to perfection, this wholesome dish combines savory ground beef, tender cabbage, juicy tomatoes, and aromatic seasonings in a flavorful broth that tastes like it simmered all day. Simple, affordable, and incredibly comforting, it’s the perfect family meal for busy weeknights or cozy weekends.
Ingredients
500 g (1 lb) ground beef
1 medium head green cabbage, chopped
1 medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 carrots, sliced
2 celery stalks, chopped
1 can (14 oz / 400 g) diced tomatoes
4 cups beef broth
2 tbsp tomato paste
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp dried oregano
1 bay leaf
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess fat if necessary.
Transfer the beef to your slow cooker.
Add the chopped cabbage, onion, garlic, carrots, and celery.
Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, beef broth, paprika, thyme, oregano, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.
Cover and cook on LOW for 6–8 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until the vegetables are tender and the flavors have blended beautifully.
Remove the bay leaf and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve hot with crusty bread, dinner rolls, or over mashed potatoes for an extra-hearty meal.
Serving Suggestions
Pair with warm garlic bread.
Top with fresh parsley for a burst of color.
Add a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
Enjoy alongside a simple green salad.
Tips
✔️ Add diced potatoes for a thicker, heartier stew.
✔️ Use ground turkey for a lighter version.
✔️ Leftovers taste even better the next day and freeze beautifully.
A cozy, nourishing slow-cooker dinner packed with homestyle flavor in every spoonful!
