Ingredients
1 lb ground beef, 80% or 85%
2 Tbsp oil, divided
1 medium onion, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
4 cups green cabbage, chopped, from ½ large head
1 large carrot, sliced
1 celery rib, thinly sliced
28 oz canned diced tomatoes, with their juice
15 oz tomato sauce
4 cups beef broth
2 Tbsp brown sugar
1 tsp salt, or to taste
½ tsp ground black pepper, or to taste
2 bay leaves
2 Tbsp chopped fresh herbs, such as dill, parsley, or cilantro