My neighbor gave me this simple recipe, and now I make it almost every week! It has tender cabbage, savory ground beef, and a flavorful broth—all with just four main ingredients and almost no effort. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner. 😋
🛒 Ingredients
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
- 1 small head green cabbage, chopped
- 1 can (14–15 oz / 400–425 g) diced tomatoes, with juices
- 2 cups (480 ml) beef broth
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder, optional
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Brown the beef
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook for 5–7 minutes, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned.
Drain excess grease if necessary.
2. Prepare the cabbage
Wash the cabbage and remove the tough outer leaves. Cut it into bite-sized pieces.
3. Add everything to the slow cooker
Place the chopped cabbage into the slow cooker. Add the browned ground beef, diced tomatoes, and beef broth.
Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder if using.
4. Slow cook
Cover and cook on:
- LOW: 5–6 hours
- HIGH: 2½–3½ hours
Cook until the cabbage is very tender and the flavors have come together.
5. Stir and adjust
Give everything a good stir. Taste and add more salt or pepper if needed.
6. Serve
Ladle the hot cabbage and beef mixture into bowls and serve immediately.
⭐ Easy Variations
- Add a pinch of paprika for extra flavor.
- Use ground turkey or pork instead of beef.
- Add chopped onion for a more savory base.
- For a thicker, stew-like dish, use slightly less broth.
Simple, hearty, inexpensive, and comforting—exactly the kind of dinner you can throw together and forget about! 🥬🥩🍲
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