Name: Hamburger Stew with Cabbage
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 1 pound lean ground beef; 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped; 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 stalks celery, sliced; 2 (15 ounce) cans dark red kidney beans, drained and rinsed; 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes; 0.5 head cabbage, shredded; 2 cups beef broth; 2 cups water; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 2 cubes beef bouillon; 2 cloves garlic, minced; salt to taste

Cook Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients

This recipe was developed at its original yield. Ingredient amounts are automatically adjusted, but cooking times and steps remain unchanged. Note that not all recipes scale perfectly.

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

1 pound lean ground beef
1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
2 stalks celery, sliced
2 (15 ounce) cans dark red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
head cabbage, shredded
2 cups beef broth
2 cups water
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 cubes beef bouillon
2 cloves garlic, minced
Salt to taste

Directions

In a large soup pot, crumble the ground beef. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until the beef is browned and crumbly (about 5 minutes). Drain the excess grease.
Add the chopped green bell pepper, onion, and sliced celery to the pot. Continue to cook, stirring frequently, for another 5 minutes.
Increase the heat to high. Add the drained kidney beans, crushed tomatoes, shredded cabbage, beef broth, water, Worcestershire sauce, beef bouillon cubes, and minced garlic. Stir everything together until well combined.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer for about 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Once the soup has finished simmering, ladle it into bowls. Season with salt to taste before serving.

Recipe Tip

While it won't taste like Shoney's, ground venison is also a great alternative to the lean ground beef in this recipe.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Calories	267
Total Fat	8g
Saturated Fat	3g
Cholesterol	40mg
Sodium	849mg
Total Carbohydrate	31g
Dietary Fiber	11g
Total Sugars	4g
Protein	21g
Vitamin C	50mg
Calcium	118mg
Iron	4mg
Potassium	678mg

Servings Per Recipe: 8

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Comments

JMac

10/06/2025 01:52:54 PM

I did have to add another two cups of broth and some salt.

Patricia Parker

11/02/2021 12:15:09 AM

I tried this recipe on a whim, and it turned out amazing. So flavorful, easy to follow, and everyone loved it. I’ll definitely make this again — it’s a new favorite.

ProKiwi5346

06/17/2024 06:16:20 PM

I used 4 c beef broth, no water. 2 cans Rotella tomatoes. 1 pack of beefy onion soup mix, no bouillon. Lots more salt and pepper. No beans, add carrots. Was really good.

Lnilg

01/03/2022 03:26:11 PM

Great soup; made it twice in two weeks!! Tweaks…. - Used NO Sodium Bouillon - Used an extra 1/4-1/2 lb. Beef - added some fresh spinach at very end. - I seasoned meat when browning, with “Accent” general type seasoning. I froze a batch, too!

Diana

12/31/2021 10:19:42 PM

I think recipe was very bland. Really no seasoning. I added some 1 tsp. oregano, cracked pepper, and 1/2 tbs more Worcestershire sauce. Seemed hearty but not tasty if recipe followed.

Tom Long

01/06/2022 12:39:03 PM

A great take on hamburger soup. I followed fairly closely except only added one cup of water/one bullion to make a thicker soup. Only had one can of kidney beans. Added about 3/4 cup elbow macaroni. Easy and hearty.

Paula Glidden

12/15/2020 02:07:45 PM

I made too many changes to be able to review honestly, though what I got was good. I never use bouillon cubes, (or canned soup) but organic broth, so no water. Seems like all these recipes with tomatoes, ground meat and beans come out resembling chili.

Tangy

09/11/2024 07:43:37 PM

Easy to make but it lacks an herb or spice. I added parsley but thyme would be good also.

SpeedyMixer6510

01/07/2025 06:16:27 PM

I used a red cabbage, and changed the kidney beads to chickpeas, and I didn't have Worcestershire sauce. But it was great and my family loved it. For sure we will have this again. Easy to make and it is delicious.

jules

03/11/2025 02:49:17 PM

Too bland, no flavor. . . So, I Added V-8 and more beef bouillon. Made it better, but will not make again.

TrendyBroth2853

01/04/2024 08:05:29 PM

I have eaten this soup many times at Shoney's. I also replicated it and this recipe agrees with mine. Easy and delicious.

The Bulb

01/04/2024 07:35:00 PM

So how about a recipe for Tippin’s Steak Soup?

Maggie Cassen

09/28/2023 01:02:37 PM

Fast and easy to make. I did make min with venison and it was very good. I would make it again. Get a nice bread to go with it.

Hastingsgirl

10/18/2022 11:02:26 AM

Very good, a little on the bland side. I’ll spice it up some next time I make it. Also, this makes quite a big batch.

manella

02/02/2022 03:08:32 PM

A delicious bowl of stew . The only thing i changed in this recipe is i used home made beef broth and no water or bouillon cubes. Added carrots as i had some to use up. Easy to make and great to eat. Thank you for the recipe, will make this again. Feb.02/2022

JannG

01/02/2022 06:43:13 PM

Needs more "kick". Would just prefer to make chili.

Linda J Thomas

10/30/2021 11:53:13 PM

I did add a shake of cayenne. Delicious, very filling and very easy to make. Will make again.

m7wx9cjspp

09/16/2021 02:41:22 PM

Made no changes and this was just excellent!

Lin

09/09/2021 06:28:13 PM

Same here! I lived to eat at Shoney's, and like you, this soup was my favorite!!! Thanks so much for this delicious recipe!

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