Crock Pot Cabbage Soup

January 02, 2017

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It doesn't get much easier than a healthy, nourishing pot of Grandma's Crockpot Cabbage Soup with hamburger, beans, and loads of veggies. Prep a big batch in advance and stash it in the fridge or freezer for easy lunches and satisfying dinners on chilly days. Serve each comforting bowl with a loaf of crusty bread, a skillet of cornbread, or a basket of flaky buttermilk biscuits.

2 medium onions ( sliced )
3 carrots ( peeled and sliced into rounds )
3 cups cut string beans ( frozen is fine )
½ head of cabbage ( cored and chopped )
3 ribs celery ( diced )
1 lb. extra lean ground beef (I used 96% lean), cooked and drained OR an additional can of kidney beans for a vegetarian option
1 (16 ounce) can red kidney beans (about 1 ¾ cup), rinsed and drained
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon chili powder
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 bay leaf
½ teaspoon turmeric ( optional )
1 tablespoon curry powder ( optional )
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes ( I like San Marzano tomatoes )
4 cups low-sodium beef broth or vegetable broth
4 cups water

Place onions, carrots, string beans, cabbage, and celery at the bottom of a 6-quart slow cooker. Top with cooked beef and drained beans. Add salt, pepper, chili powder, garlic, bay leaf, and optional...
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Nutritions

Calories
61

Sodium
555mg
23% DV

Fat
3g
5% DV

Protein
3g
7% DV

Carbs
11g
3% DV

Fiber
3g
14% DV