Enjoy the delightful taste of traditional cabbage rolls without the fuss with this Hearty Unstuffed Cabbage Roll Soup. This simple one-pot wonder is packed with robust flavors and satisfying textures, making it the ideal meal for a cozy weeknight dinner.
In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
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Add the ground beef, season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and cook until browned, breaking up the meat with a spatula for about 4-5 minutes.
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Stir in the diced onion and minced garlic, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
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Mix in the chopped cabbage, sliced carrots, beef broth, tomato sauce, uncooked long grain rice, bay leaf, brown sugar, and dried thyme.
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Season with the remaining salt and pepper, adjusting to taste.
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Bring the soup to a simmer, cover, and let it cook for 30 minutes or until the rice is tender.
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Remove the bay leaf from the soup and discard it.
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Sprinkle the soup with chopped fresh parsley and serve hot.