Country Cabbage Soup
Taste of Home Ground Beef Cookbook
My mother-in-law, who is a wonderful cook, has shared many terrific recipes with me, including this one. Beef and tomatoes go nicely with cabbage, onion and celery. - Vicky Catullo, Youngstown, Ohio
SERVINGS: 12-14
CATEGORY: Main Dish
METHOD: Stovetop - One-Dish
TIME: Prep: 5 min. Cook: 45 min.
Ingredients:
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 2 cans (28 ounces each) stewed tomatoes
- 1 medium head cabbage, shredded
- 2 large onions, chopped
- 6 celery ribs, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
In a large saucepan, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Add the tomatoes, cabbage, onions and celery; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 25 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Stir in salt and pepper. Yield: 12-14 servings (3-1/4 quarts). Be creative when making Country Cabbage Soup. For instance, stir in some shredded carrots or frozen mixed vegetables. For a more filling soup, add 2 cups of cooked rice or pasta.