This hearty and flavorful dish is a simple and satisfying meal. The cabbage stews down to a tender texture, while the ground beef adds a savory richness.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 large head of cabbage, chopped
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
Instructions:
- Brown the beef: In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain off any excess grease.
- Sauté the vegetables: Add the chopped onion and garlic to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Combine ingredients: Stir in the chopped cabbage, diced tomatoes (with their juice), tomato sauce, oregano, thyme, pepper, and salt.
- Simmer: Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for about 45 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender.
- Serve: Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Tips:
- For a spicier dish, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- You can substitute ground turkey or ground chicken for the ground beef.
- To make this a one-pot meal, cook rice or pasta in the pot while the cabbage and beef are simmering.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Enjoy your delicious Cabbage & Ground Beef!