For a richer flavor, use bone broth instead of regular beef broth. Add a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt on top of each serving for extra creaminess. Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your desired level of spiciness. This soup tastes even better the next day, as the flavors have had time to meld together.
Cabbage Roll Soup for a Crowd
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME1 hrs 10 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 25 mins
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SERVING10 People
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VIEWS21
Deconstructed and reimagined, this Cabbage Roll Soup captures all the comforting flavors of classic cabbage rolls without the fuss. Hearty, flavorful, and perfect for a crowd, it's a one-pot wonder that's sure to become a family favorite.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate36 g
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Cholesterol43 mg
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Fiber5 g
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Protein18 g
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Saturated Fat4 g
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Sodium1135 mg
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Sugar12 g
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Fat13 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
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01
Step
5 mins
In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the ground beef and pork over medium-high heat until fully cooked and crumbly (about 5 minutes). Season with 1 teaspoon of salt and pepper to taste. Drain off any excess grease and set the meat aside.
02
Step
5 mins
Add olive oil to the same pot. Sauté the chopped onion until softened and translucent (about 5 minutes). Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
03
Step
5 mins
Pour in the red wine to deglaze the pot, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Simmer until the wine has mostly evaporated (about 3-5 minutes).
04
Step
5 mins
Add the roughly chopped cabbage and cook, stirring occasionally, until it begins to soften (about 5 minutes). Return the browned meat to the pot. Stir in the tomato puree, beef broth, diced tomatoes, Worcestershire sauce, bay leaves, oregano, remaining 1 teaspoon of salt, thyme, and red pepper flakes.
05
Step
45 mins
Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer until the cabbage is tender (about 45 minutes).
06
Step
25 mins
While the soup simmers, cook the rice. In a separate saucepan, bring water and rice to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed (about 20-25 minutes). Fluff with a fork.
07
Step
5 mins
Stir in the lemon juice and brown sugar and cook for 5 minutes. To serve, spoon approximately 3 tablespoons of cooked rice into each bowl, then ladle the cabbage roll soup over the rice. Garnish with a drizzle of Sriracha sauce, if desired.
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Berniece Dietrich
Jun 5, 2025Freezes beautifully! I made a double batch and froze half for a quick and easy meal later on.
Enrique Halvorson
May 25, 2025The flavors are spot on! My whole family enjoyed it, even my picky eaters.
Rafaela Weimann
May 9, 2025I added a can of drained and rinsed cannellini beans for extra protein and fiber. It was delicious!
Joshuah Macgyver
Apr 19, 2025The red wine really elevates the flavor of this soup. Don't skip it!
Ulises Fisher
Mar 26, 2025This recipe is a lifesaver! I love cabbage rolls, but I never have the time to make them. This soup is the perfect compromise.