1 lb. ground beef, crumbled
1 1/2 c. diced onion
1 1/2 c. diced potato
1 c. diced carrot
1/2 c. diced celery
1 bay leaf
1 c. tomatoes
4 tsp. salt
6 cubes bouillon
1 c. cut cabbage
1 1/2 qt. water
1/4 c. rice
1 leaf basil
1/8 tsp. salt

Brown meat and onions in a large pan. Add all vegetables, except cabbage. Add water to seasonings and meat. Bring to a boil and simmer for 15 minutes. Add rice. Simmer for 45 minutes. Add cabbage, simmer another 45 minutes. Stir frequently. Serve with grated cheese. Tastes even better, the next day.