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Nostalgic Golumpki Soup: Easy Stuffed Cabbage Comfort

Close-up of a white bowl filled with Golumpki soup, featuring cabbage, meatball, rice, and a large dollop of sour cream.
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Reclaim the flavor of traditional stuffed cabbage in a simple, nourishing soup format. This recipe delivers the comfort of a family classic without the labor.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound ground beef or pork
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 6 cups beef broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried marjoram
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 medium head green cabbage, thinly sliced (about 6 cups packed)
  • 1/2 cup uncooked white rice
  • 1/4 cup white vinegar
  • Sour cream or plain yogurt, for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven or stockpot over medium heat. Add the ground meat and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Add the chopped onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the crushed tomatoes and tomato sauce. Stir to combine with the meat mixture.
  4. Add the beef broth, marjoram, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  5. Stir in the thinly sliced cabbage and the uncooked white rice.
  6. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the soup simmer for 45 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender and the rice is cooked through. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  7. Remove and discard the bay leaf. Stir in the white vinegar just before serving.
  8. Ladle the Golumpki soup into bowls and top each serving with a dollop of sour cream or yogurt.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, brown the meat in batches to ensure proper searing.
  • If you prefer a thicker soup, add another 1/4 cup of rice during the last 20 minutes of cooking.
  • This slow cooker comfort food recipe works well; cook on low for 6-8 hours.

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