🥬🍲 Slow Cooker Cabbage & Ground Beef Stew

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450 g) lean ground beef
• ½ large head green cabbage, chopped
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
• 3 cups beef broth
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• ½ tsp onion powder
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tbsp olive oil, if browning the beef

Instructions

1. Brown the beef:
   Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and onion and cook until the beef is browned. Drain excess fat.
2. Load the crockpot:
   Add the chopped cabbage and carrots to the slow cooker. Add the cooked beef and onion, followed by the garlic.
3. Add tomatoes and broth:
   Pour in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, and tomato paste.
4. Season:
   Add Worcestershire sauce, paprika, Italian seasoning, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir everything together.
5. Slow cook:
   Cover and cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until the cabbage and carrots are tender.
6. Adjust:
   Taste and add more salt, pepper, or seasoning if needed. If you prefer a thicker stew, leave the lid slightly open for the final 20–30 minutes.
7. Serve:
   Ladle into bowls and serve hot with crusty bread, rice, or simply enjoy it on its own. 🍲

🌶️ Optional additions

For a little more flavor, add ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes, chopped celery, or a splash of hot sauce.