Ground Beef, Rice and Cabbage Hot Pot

Easy, filling and perfect for a winter's day.

• Ready In: 6 hrs 15 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1  lb ground beef
• 1  cup  finely chopped onion
• 2  cloves garlic, minced
• 6  cups chicken broth
• 1⁄2 cup ketchup
• 3  cups  finely chopped/shredded cabbage
• 1  cup long-grain white rice
• 1 1⁄2 cups frozen corn kernels
• 2  carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2  teaspoons dried thyme
• 1  bay leaf
• 1⁄4 teaspoon black pepper
•  salt

Directions

1. In large skillet, brown ground beef and onion, till meat is brown and onion is tender, stirring frequently.
2. Drain.
3. Transfer meat mixture to crockpot.
4. Add all remaining ingredients.
5. Stir to mix well.
6. Cover and cook on LOW setting 5 1/2 to 6 hours.
7. Remove bay leaf and serve.