Description
A fast, budget-friendly one-pan dinner: tender cabbage and juicy ground beef simmered in a smoky tomato sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights and ready in about 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 or 90/10 lean)
- 1 small head of cabbage (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1 15-oz can diced tomatoes (undrained)
- 1 cup chopped onion (yellow or white)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp powdered broth seasoning (chicken or beef flavor)
Spices
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- salt and pepper (to taste)
For Sautéing
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Brown the Ground Beef: Place a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart, until fully browned. Drain excess grease and transfer the beef to a plate; set aside.
- Sauté the Onions and Garlic: Reduce heat to medium and add the olive oil. Add chopped onion and cook 3–4 minutes, until translucent. Stir in minced garlic and cook 1 minute until fragrant. Tip: Sautéing separately prevents steaming and builds deeper flavor.
- Create the Savory Tomato Sauce: Pour in diced tomatoes with their liquid. Stir in powdered broth seasoning, cumin, cayenne, and smoked paprika until combined.
- Simmer to Meld Flavors: Return the browned beef to the skillet. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes to meld flavors.
- Wilt the Cabbage: Add all chopped cabbage. Stir to coat. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, 10–15 minutes, until softened but still tender‑crisp.
- Season & Serve: Taste and season with salt and pepper. Serve hot.
Notes
For extra richness, stir in a knob of butter at the end or top with shredded cheese. Great with rice, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 8
- Fat: 22
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 6
- Protein: 28
