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Ground Beef and Cabbage Stew Recipe

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3.9 from 55 reviews

  • Author: Diane
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

This comforting Ground Beef and Cabbage recipe combines simple, wholesome ingredients into a hearty one-pot meal. Featuring tender cabbage simmered with lean ground beef and seasoned with Italian herbs, this dish is a nostalgic, country-style classic that delivers rich flavor with minimal effort. Perfect for a satisfying family dinner, it celebrates the warmth of home-cooked food with a touch of rustic charm.

Ingredients

Vegetables & Seasonings

  • 1 large head cabbage, finely chopped
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice
  • 1 onion, halved and thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and ground black pepper to taste

Meat

  • 1 pound lean ground beef (90/10 recommended)

Instructions

  1. Gather Ingredients: Collect all the ingredients listed to have everything ready before starting the cooking process for a smooth workflow.
  2. Prepare the Base: In a Dutch oven or large pot, combine the finely chopped cabbage, diced tomatoes with their juice, thinly sliced onion, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper over low heat. Cook and stir the mixture gently until it begins to simmer, allowing the flavors to meld and the cabbage to soften slightly.
  3. Add Ground Beef: Layer the lean ground beef on top of the simmering vegetable mixture without stirring it in immediately. Cover the pot and cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, so the beef cooks thoroughly and the cabbage becomes tender. This process takes about 45 minutes.
  4. Final Stir & Serve: Once the beef is fully cooked and the cabbage is tender, stir everything together to combine the flavors evenly. Serve the dish hot, ideally accompanied by corn on the cob and cornbread to complete the comforting meal.

Notes

  • Do not cook and drain the ground beef separately as draining removes flavorful juices essential to the dish.
  • Use 90/10 lean ground beef for a balance of flavor and less fat.
  • This dish pairs wonderfully with corn on the cob and cornbread for a classic Southern-style meal.
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://eatwithdiane.com/ground-beef-and-cabbage-stew-recipe/