This hearty slow cooker cabbage and beef stew is packed with vegetables, lean ground beef, and flavorful seasonings. It’s a comforting one-pot meal that’s perfect for busy days.
Note: Social media often claims this dish is “natural morphine” or that it cures muscle and joint pain. There is no scientific evidence that any soup or stew works like morphine or treats rheumatic diseases. However, this recipe is nutritious and can be part of a balanced diet.
Ingredients
- 1½ lbs (680 g) lean ground beef
- 1 medium green cabbage, chopped
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium potatoes, diced (optional)
- 1 can (14.5 oz / 410 g) diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 4 cups (1 liter) beef broth
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 bay leaves
