{"id":356701,"date":"2018-01-01T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-09-26T00:03:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/origin-www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/cabbage-roll-stew\/"},"modified":"2024-10-02T15:50:19","modified_gmt":"2024-10-02T20:50:19","slug":"cabbage-roll-stew","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/cabbage-roll-stew\/","title":{"rendered":"Cabbage Roll Soup"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The one drawback to a comforting meal of cabbage rolls\u2014cabbage leaves stuffed with beef and rice and braised in tomato\u2014is the work it takes to roll each leaf with filling so it doesn&#8217;t fall apart. This slow-cooker cabbage roll soup reinvents all the flavors of the original into a hearty soup. We use the slow cooker&#8217;s even heat to make it, which cooks the cabbage down into ribbon-like softness while also making the recipe almost entirely hands-off. The most involved step is browning beef and sausage in a skillet before adding them to the cabbage, to ensure they contribute rich flavor to the finished dish.<\/p>\n<p>This is a great recipe to have in your back pocket for using up a large head of cabbage. It makes a warming meal, especially if you need something hearty to serve after family and friends have spent a day working or playing in rain or snow.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Ingredients for Cabbage Roll Soup<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Diced tomatoes and tomato sauce:<\/strong> Two kinds of canned tomatoes add tangy flavor to cabbage roll slow-cooker soup. Tomato sauce adds body, while the diced tomatoes hold their shape so you can spoon them up in bites of the finished soup.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Beef broth:<\/strong> A can of beef broth is the main liquid in this soup. While beef broth echoes the flavor of the beef in the soup itself, you can easily substitute chicken broth, or water with a bouillon cube. Feel free to add a second can if you want soup with a thinner, more brothy texture.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cider vinegar:<\/strong> A splash of apple cider vinegar boosts the tanginess of the broth. You can use red or white wine vinegar too.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Worcestershire sauce:<\/strong> The complex spiced flavor of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/what-is-worcestershire-sauce\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/what-is-worcestershire-sauce\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">Worcestershire sauce<\/a> adds depth and complexity to the broth.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Garlic powder: <\/strong>A little garlic powder adds a toasty, savory note to the broth to complement the sweet and pungent flavor of the sauteed garlic cooked in with the meat.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cajun seasoning:<\/strong> The Cajun seasoning adds subtle flavor, but there&#8217;s not enough to make this a real Cajun dish. Think of it here as an all-purpose seasoning blend, which you can also use in its place.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cabbage:<\/strong> Chopped green cabbage leaves soften into silky ribbons in the broth of this soup. This recipe is a great way to use up a good volume of cabbage, requiring about a medium head&#8217;s worth, or half a large head.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ground beef and bulk Italian sausage:<\/strong> Two meats, browned in a skillet ahead of time, add lots of flavor and richness to the soup.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Onion and garlic:<\/strong> Browning aromatic garlic and onion along with the beef and sausage before adding them to the slow cooker helps to develop their flavor.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cooked rice and chopped fresh parsley (optional):<\/strong> Though you won&#8217;t add rice or parsley to the slow cooker directly, they feel like fitting additions for serving with the finished soup. The rice in particular rounds out the flavor and texture profile to make the soup more substantial and echo the ingredients of a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/classic-cabbage-rolls\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/classic-cabbage-rolls\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">classic cabbage roll<\/a> recipe. The parsley adds some fresh flavor and looks nice sprinkled on top.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Directions\u202f<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3>Step 1: Combine the liquids and seasonings<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2054863\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Cabbage-Roll-Soup_TOHD24_190388_KristinaVanni_1.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"combining the liquids and seasonings.\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Kristina V\u00e4nni for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Mix the diced tomatoes, beef broth, tomato sauce, cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, Cajun seasoning, salt and pepper, then set the bowl aside.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 2: Add the cabbage to the slow cooker<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2054864\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Cabbage-Roll-Soup_TOHD24_190388_KristinaVanni_2.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"cabbage in the slow cooker.\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Kristina V\u00e4nni for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Place the cabbage in a 5- or 6-quart slow cooker.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 3: Brown the meat<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2054865\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Cabbage-Roll-Soup_TOHD24_190388_KristinaVanni_3.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"browning the beef and sausage with onion and garlic.\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Kristina V\u00e4nni for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>In a large skillet, cook the beef and sausage with the onion and garlic over medium-high heat until the meat is no longer pink, seven to nine minutes. Crumble the meat, then drain it.<\/p>\n<p><em>Editor&#8217;s Tip:<\/em> Using a combination of ground beef and Italian sausage gives this recipe a flavor boost. It&#8217;s a great way to perk up most <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/what-to-do-with-a-pound-of-ground-beef\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/what-to-do-with-a-pound-of-ground-beef\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">ground beef meals<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 4: Combine the ingredients and slow-cook<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2054866\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Cabbage-Roll-Soup_TOHD24_190388_KristinaVanni_4.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"all the ingredients combined in the slow cooker with rice and parsley to serve.\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Kristina V\u00e4nni for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<div>Spoon the meat over the cabbage, and top it with the tomato mixture. Cook, covered, on low until the cabbage is tender and the flavors are blended, five to six hours. If desired, serve the soup with cooked rice and sprinkle it with parsley.<\/div>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2054867\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Cabbage-Roll-Soup_TOHD24_190388_KristinaVanni_5.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Cabbage Roll Soup in bowls with rice\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Kristina V\u00e4nni for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Cabbage Roll Soup <\/strong><strong>Variations<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Make meatballs:<\/strong> Instead of serving this cabbage roll soup over cooked rice, use the beef, sausage and rice to make <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/porcupine-meatballs\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/porcupine-meatballs\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">porcupine meatballs<\/a>, then add the cooked meatballs to the finished soup.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Try a vegetarian version:<\/strong> Replace the beef and sausage with either a plant-based ground meat or a combination of cooked bulgar wheat, the inspiration behind our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/vegetarian-cabbage-rolls\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/vegetarian-cabbage-rolls\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">vegetarian cabbage roll<\/a>s, and sauteed mushrooms.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Add some heat:<\/strong> Add a little cayenne pepper, hot paprika or bottled hot sauce to the slow cooker to amp up the homey flavor of this recipe with a little spice.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>How to Store Cabbage Roll Soup<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Once cool, store leftover cabbage roll soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Can you freeze Crock Pot cabbage rolls soup<\/strong><strong>?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Freeze the fully cooled soup in freezer containers. To use it again, partially thaw it in the refrigerator overnight, then heat it through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Cabbage Roll Soup <\/strong><strong>Tips<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2054869\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Cabbage-Roll-Soup_TOHD24_190388_KristinaVanni_6.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Cabbage Roll Soup in bowls with rice\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Kristina V\u00e4nni for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Can you make cabbage roll soup in an Instant Pot?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes, you can use an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/instant-pot-manual-how-to-use-an-instant-pot\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/instant-pot-manual-how-to-use-an-instant-pot\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">Instant Pot<\/a> to make this cabbage roll soup recipe. Make it as directed, using the slow-cook function. Alternatively, brown the beef and sausage in the pot first using the saute function, drain them, then add the cabbage and remaining ingredients on top and switch it to the slow-cooker function.<\/p>\n<h3>What kind of cabbage should you use?<\/h3>\n<div>If you&#8217;ve ever learned about the\u00a0different types of cabbage and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-do-you-cook-cabbage\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-do-you-cook-cabbage\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">how to cook cabbage<\/a>, you&#8217;ll know that some are more tender than others, which means they take less time to cook. Green cabbage is used in this recipe, but red can be used too. However, red cabbage will turn the soup a reddish-blue color. Savoy and Napa cabbages are more tender than green cabbage, and they can also be used in this recipe\u2014but they&#8217;ll take less time to cook than the recipe directs.<\/div>\n<h3>How do you prevent cabbage from getting mushy?<\/h3>\n<div>When it comes to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/favorite-cabbage-recipes\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/favorite-cabbage-recipes\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">cabbage recipes<\/a>, the doneness really depends on personal preference. Most people prefer slightly past crisp-tender, but definitely before &#8220;mushy,&#8221; which can easily happen if the cabbage is cooked too long. If you know you prefer cabbage that still has some structural integrity, you can adjust the cook time of this method according to your preference, as everything is already cooked when added to the slow cooker.<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hearty cabbage roll soup is a delicious, warming way to take advantage of a head of cabbage that seems like it might never 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minced","Optional: Hot cooked rice and chopped fresh parsley"],"recipeInstructions":[{"@type":"HowToStep","text":"Mix first 9 ingredients; set aside. Place cabbage in a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker."},{"@type":"HowToStep","text":"In a large skillet, cook beef and sausage with onion and garlic over medium-high heat until no longer pink, 7-9 minutes; crumble meat; drain. Spoon over cabbage; top with tomato mixture."},{"@type":"HowToStep","text":"Cook, covered, on low until cabbage is tender and flavors are blended, 5-6 hours. If desired, serve with cooked rice and sprinkle with parsley."}],"recipeYield":"8 servings (3 quarts)","author":[{"@type":"Person","name":"Emily Teel"}],"nutrition":{"@type":"NutritionInformation","calories":" 195 calories","fatContent":"11g fat (4g saturated fat)","cholesterolContent":"46mg cholesterol","sodiumContent":"564mg sodium","carbohydrateContent":"11g carbohydrate (6g sugars","fiberContent":"4g fiber)","proteinContent":"14g protein. "},"aggregateRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"AggregateRating","ratingValue":4.857143,"reviewCount":7,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5},"review":[{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-10-01","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"sgronholz"},"reviewBody":"This recipe is outstanding...the Italian sausage really puts it over the top! I started too late in the day to use my slow cooker, so I baked it in the oven instead (90 minutes at 350 for half a recipe). We thought the stew was amazing and I can't wait to make it again!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-03-18","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Ruth815"},"reviewBody":"Fabulous!   My husband is Polish and we love this super easy recipe.  I substitute the hamburger for turkey and Italian turkey sausage to lighten the calories. The second time I made it I didn\u2019t drain the tomatoes and omitted the tomato sauce (left it off my grocery list) and it was just as good with a tad more soup. Didn\u2019t notice a big difference.  Also made in the pressure cooker for 10 minutes.  Excellent!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2023-09-09","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"mumsay"},"reviewBody":"<p>Yum, yum, yum - this is good stuff! I used 1 Lb. ground beef and 1 Lb. Italian sausage. Otherwise I stuck to the recipe. I did not eat it with rice or noodles, but this makes a lot, so tomorrow I can serve it with one of those.<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-02-22","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"dlynsmith9"},"reviewBody":"This is an excellent recipe for the winter cold.  I did not have ground beef, so I used pork roast cut into cubes, and I did not have Cajun seasoning, so I used chili powder.  It was very easy and great to use my slow cooker.  I will be making this again.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-09-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"jbpar"},"reviewBody":"I just bought Taste of home (Best Ever) Ground Beef magazine, and this recipe was in it. So  after making it today I just had to get on this site to write a review. It was fantastic!  Followed recipe except I used beef bullion & water because I was out of beef broth. And I like spice so after tasting I decided to add more Cajun seasoning. (A spice I\u2019ve fallen in love with the last couple of years! At first I thought well it will be just as easy to make on the stove top, but glad I did it in the crock pot because even the ground beef  seemed to melt in your mouth. We had it over rice but I think tomorrow we\u2019ll have it on some noodles....hmmm !  It\u2019s a keeper!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2018-10-30","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Krstos3"},"reviewBody":"I had left over cabbage and wasn't sure what to do with it until I found this recipe. This will be my go to recipe for leftover cabbage! This soup is so delicious!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2018-01-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"leeart"},"reviewBody":"This is a good recipe.  Cabbage is a favorite veggie is this house, so it hit the spot.  Will make it again and try some red pepper and black pepper since I didn\u2019t have Cajun seasoning this time, but added oregano and thyme.  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