Ingredients:

1 1/2 to 2 pounds lean ground beef

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

1 large onion, chopped

1 clove garlic, minced

1 small cabbage, chopped

2 cans (14.5 ounces each) low sodium diced tomatoes

1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce

1/2 cup water

1 teaspoon ground black pepper

1 teaspoon sea salt

Directions:

1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and onion and cook, stirring, until ground beef is no longer pink and onion is tender. Add the garlic and continue cooking for 1 minute. Throw into 8 quart crock pot.

2. Add the chopped cabbage, tomatoes, tomato sauce, pepper, and salt. Cook on high for 3-4 hours, throwing in minute rice the last 30 minutes.

Bon Appetit!