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Old Fashioned Cabbage and Beef Skillet

A hearty and comforting skillet meal featuring tender cabbage and savory ground beef simmered in a spiced tomato broth.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 medium yellow onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 medium green cabbage cored and chopped
  • 14.5 oz diced tomatoes with juices
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Sauté chopped onion for 4-5 minutes until translucent.
  3. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  4. Increase heat, add ground beef, and brown thoroughly for 5-7 minutes.
  5. Season the beef with paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  6. Stir in chopped cabbage in batches until combined with the beef.
  7. Pour in diced tomatoes, beef broth, and apple cider vinegar.
  8. Cover and simmer on low heat for 20-25 minutes until cabbage is tender.
  9. Uncover and cook for another 5-7 minutes over medium heat to thicken the sauce.
  10. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Can be frozen for up to 3 months.