Hearty Cabbage Soup with Hamburger Recipe for Chilly Days - The Pass and Provisions

Ingredients

• 1 pound (1 lb) ground beef (lean or extra-lean)
• ½ head green cabbage, chopped (about 4 cups)
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2 stalks celery, sliced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 4 cups beef broth (or chicken broth for a lighter flavor)
• 2 cups water
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, with juice
• 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)