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In a large pot, brown the ground beef.
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When it is near done, drain any fat that has been rendered.
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Add the carrot, onion, celery, and garlic.
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Finish cooking the meat.
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Add the can of tomatoes with its juice and the can of tomato sauce.
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Pull up any stuck on bits from the bottom.
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Add the liquid, in whatever ratios you are using and mix well.
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Season with salt and pepper to taste along with the paprika.
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Bring to a boil and allow to boil for about 3 minutes; taste again for seasonings.
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*If using raw cabbage, throw it in after boiling for several minutes and allow to cook for an additional 5 minutes or until the desired softness has been reached. Once the cabbage has cooked, taste for adequate salt.
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*If using cooked cabbage, throw it at the end, the last minute of boiling or so. Taste once the cabbage has warmed for seasonings.
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Serve and Enjoy