Description
Hearty crockpot cabbage soup brings comfort and warmth to winter dinners with simple, nutritious ingredients. Packed with tender vegetables and rich flavors, this one-pot meal will satisfy hungry families seeking a wholesome, easy dinner solution.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) hamburger meat
Vegetables:
- 1 head cabbage, chopped
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
Liquid and Seasonings:
- 1 can diced tomatoes (Rotel)
- 1 large can tomato sauce
- 2 cups (473 milliliters) beef broth
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1 packet Fiesta Ranch powder
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Establish a flavorful base by pouring beef broth into the crockpot and layering in freshly chopped cabbage.
- Transform ground hamburger into a savory foundation by sautéing with aromatic onions and garlic in a skillet over medium heat until perfectly browned.
- Eliminate excess grease by thoroughly draining the cooked meat mixture.
- Enhance the soup’s complexity by introducing diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, cumin, Fiesta Ranch seasoning, and a balanced blend of salt and pepper into the crockpot.
- Thoroughly integrate all ingredients with a comprehensive stirring technique to distribute seasonings evenly.
- Allow the soup to develop rich, harmonious flavors by slow-cooking on low temperature for 6 hours, creating a deeply satisfying culinary experience.
- Revitalize the soup’s texture with a final gentle stir before ladling into serving bowls, ensuring each portion is equally seasoned and inviting.
Notes
- Swap ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for a leaner, lighter version of the soup that still packs incredible flavor.
- Enhance the soup’s nutrition by adding extra vegetables like diced carrots, celery, or bell peppers during the initial cooking stage for more texture and vitamins.
- Prep ingredients ahead of time by chopping cabbage and measuring spices the night before to streamline morning cooking and reduce kitchen stress.
- Freeze leftover soup in portion-sized containers for quick, hearty meals during busy weeks, ensuring a delicious and convenient dinner option is always ready.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 205 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg