1 sm. pkg. vermicelli (noodles)
1 lb. ground round
3 cloves garlic
2 fresh tomatoes, chopped
2 qt. water
1/4 cabbage, chopped
1/4 tsp. cumin
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 c. oil
1/4 tsp. ground pepper

Brown noodles in oil until golden brown. Remove noodles from skillet. In same pan and same oil, brown ground beef. Drain. Add vermicelli, ground pepper, spices and tomato. Add water and simmer for 10 minutes. Add cabbage and stir. Simmer for 15 minutes. Serves 8.