I remember this soup fondly growing up. It’s perfect on those days where you need something warm and comforting, but don’t want to comprise on a cheat meal. Loaded with lots of veggies, this is a hearty meal for a chilly winter day.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef
• 1 med onion, diced
• 3 cups diced cabbage 
• 4 carrots, chopped
• 3 celery stalks, chopped
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 2 cups stock or water
• 1 can beef consommé
• 1 bay leaf
• 1/2 cup barley 
• parsley, thyme, salt and pepper

Brown meat and onions, drain. Combine all ingredients in a large pot. Simmer for 2 hours.