A cozy classic guests ask for again and again
This slow cooker soup has everything people love about old-fashioned cabbage rolls — savory beef, tender cabbage, tomatoes, and rice — without the rolling, stuffing, or fuss. It’s hearty, comforting, and perfect for feeding a crowd.
Serves: 6–8
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (80–90% lean)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced (or 1 tsp garlic powder)
- 4 cups chopped green cabbage (about ½ a medium head)
- 1 medium carrot, diced (optional, for sweetness)
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce
- 4 cups beef broth (or enough to just cover ingredients)
- ½ cup uncooked white rice
- 1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp paprika (sweet or smoked)
- 1–1½ tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1–2 tsp brown sugar (optional, balances the tomatoes)
- 1 bay leaf
For serving (optional):
Chopped fresh parsley, sour cream, crusty bread or cornbread
