Recipe Background
Grandpa's Beef Soup is a comforting blend of beef, cabbage, and vegetables simmered to perfection, creating a harmonious and flavorful family classic.
Hearty and comforting, Grandpa's Beef Soup is all about warmth and simplicity. The aroma of simmering beef fills the kitchen, mingling with the sweet, earthy notes of cabbage and onions. It's a smell that tugs at memories of family gatherings, each bowl a little piece of home. A bite of this soup brings the satisfying tenderness of cooked beef and a medley of vibrant vegetables, all enveloped in a tomato-rich broth. The balance of herbs weaves an Italian flair, subtle yet defining.
This stew-like meal thrives on the slow mingling of flavors. As the pot gently simmers, the cabbage softens to that perfect state where it's still slightly crisp, offering a delightful contrast to the rich meatiness. A practical tip: once the soup is boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer leisurely. This patience allows the flavors to fully develop and bond, creating a harmonious blend that an impatient boil would never achieve.
Gather everyone around for this shared experience. Bowls are filled with anticipation—steady ladles serving helpings of warmth and taste. Whether it’s a chilly evening or a welcoming family dinner, this soup connects generations through its time-honored simplicity. Enjoy the ease of preparation and become part of its legacy, one satisfying spoonful at a time.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds 90% lean ground beef
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 medium onions chopped
- 4 cups cabbage chopped
- 1 (16-ounce) package frozen mixed vegetables such as carrots, green beans, corn, and peas
- 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 bay leaf
- 3 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 2 (32-ounce) cartons reduced-sodium beef broth
Directions
- In a 6-quart stockpot over medium-high heat, add the ground beef, the salt, and the onions and cook, while crumbling the meat, until the beef is no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes. Drain the excess grease.
- Add the cabbage, the mixed vegetables, the tomatoes and their juices, the bay leaf, the Italian seasoning, the pepper, and the broth to the beef mixture and bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat and simmer the soup until the cabbage is crisp-tender, about 10-15 minutes.
- Remove and discard the bay leaf.
- Serve.
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