In a large pot, brown ground beef, onions and garlic in olive oil and saute over medium-high heat.
Cook until the meat is no longer pink.
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.
Simmer for 25 minutes, or until rice is fully cooked.
Take out the bay leaf and serve with fresh parsley and cheese!
ENJOY!