Un-Stuffed Cabbage Roll Soup

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large pan or skillet over medium-high heat and sauté onion until softened and translucent. 6-8 minutes.

Step 2

Add garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant, then add in ground beef. Season generously with salt and pepper, along with parsley, oregano and red pepper flakes, if using, and cook until browned on all sides.

Step 3

Using a large slotted spoon, transfer mixture to slow cooker, then stir in marinara sauce beef broth, cabbage and grated cauliflower. Mix until everything is evenly coated.

Step 4

Cover slow cooker and cook on high for 3 hours (or on low for 6), or until cabbage is tender.

Step 5

Taste and adjust seasoning, if necessary, then serve hot and enjoy.