Warm oil over medium heat in a Dutch oven. Then, add the ground beef, and break it up with a meat chopper until finely minced. Continue cooking until brown and heated through for about 10 minutes.
Combine salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, tarragon, and garlic powder in a small bowl, then stir it into the meat.
Next, add onion, garlic, carrots, potatoes, and cabbage to the pan, and cook over medium heat for 5 minutes until the vegetables soften.
Stir in the peas, followed by Worcestershire sauce, tomatoes, and tomato paste.
Add water, Better Than Bouillon, and bay leaves. Cover and cook for 20 minutes, adjusting the temperature to maintain a gentle simmer.
Finish the soup with soy sauce, and stir to combine. Serve with freshly toasted bread, and enjoy!
Notes
Expert Tips:
Cut the vegetables the same size to ensure they cook at the same rate.
For thicker soup, add one teaspoon of cornstarch or include barley or quinoa.
Nutrition Disclosure:
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