Hamburger Cabbage Soup

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 medium carrots, sliced
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• 4 cups cabbage, chopped
• 6 cups beef broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until it becomes translucent.
2. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
3. Add the ground beef to the pot. Cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Once the beef is browned, drain excess fat if necessary. Add the sliced carrots and chopped celery, stirring until combined.
5. Pour in the beef broth, then add the tomato paste, bay leaves, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
6. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Add the chopped cabbage and cover the pot. Let it simmer for about 30 minutes.
7. After 30 minutes, remove the bay leaves and taste the soup. Adjust seasoning as necessary. Serve hot and enjoy!

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