1
In a large pot, brown ground beef, onions and garlic in olive oil and saute over medium-high heat.
2
Cook until the meat is no longer pink.
3
Add in carrots, cabbage, beef stock, tomato sauce, white rice, bay leaf, and brown sugar to the pot and add salt and pepper to taste.
4
Simmer for 25 minutes, or until rice is fully cooked.
5
Take out the bay leaf and serve with fresh parsley and cheese!
6
ENJOY!