How to get audio input with no line in jack?

Apologies for this very basic question but I am increasingly lost and confused the more I search.
I want to convert some audio cassette tapes into mp3. I have an older mac mini that I believe does not have any kind of audio input jack. I have heard from various people that 1) I just need a cable to convert RCA output to USB input (but as far as I can tell such a cable doesn't exist) 2) I need to buy a sound card 3) I need a special standalone piece of hardware.
Which one is right? This is just a one time project and the audio is only voices so I don't want to spend any more than I need to.

The Griffin iMic would work well for this.
http://www.griffintechnology.com/products/imic

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