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cabbage roll soup in crockpot
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Crockpot Cabbage Roll Soup

This crockpot cabbage roll soup has all the cozy, comforting flavors of classic cabbage rolls — but with none of the work. Everything simmers low and slow until the beef, cabbage, and rice are tender and the broth is rich, hearty, and perfect for chilly days.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time7 hours
Total Time7 hours 20 minutes
Course: Main Course, Soup
Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • 1 pound lean ground beef browned and drained
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 4 cups chopped green cabbage about ½ a head
  • 1 15-ounce can tomato sauce
  • 1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • ½ cup uncooked long-grain white rice
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions

  • Add the browned beef, onion, chopped cabbage, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, beef broth, uncooked rice, tomato paste, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, paprika, thyme, and bay leaf to your slow cooker. Give everything a good stir so it’s well combined.
  • Cover and cook on Low for 7–8 hours or High for 4–5 hours, until the cabbage and rice are tender and the soup is thick and hearty.
  • Remove the bay leaf, give it a taste, and adjust the seasoning if needed. Ladle into bowls and top with chopped parsley before serving.