Description
Stuffed cabbage rolls merge convenience with complex flavors, making for a satisfying meal perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head of green cabbage
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
- 1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme or Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Carefully remove the core from the cabbage and submerge the entire head. Blanch for about 5 minutes, or until the outer leaves are pliable.
- Discard the tough inner leaves and remove the softened leaves, allowing them to cool.
- Sauté the onions and garlic in a medium skillet until fragrant and translucent. Incorporate the ground beef, cooking until browned.
- Remove from heat, then add the cooked rice, thyme, salt, and pepper, mixing thoroughly.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large baking dish, spread a thin layer of tomato sauce.
- Take a cabbage leaf, place a generous spoonful of the beef mixture at its base, fold in the sides, and roll it up tightly. Repeat until all leaves and filling are used.
- Arrange the rolls seam side down in the baking dish. Pour the remaining tomato sauce and diced tomatoes over the top, adding sugar.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for about 60 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 30 minutes, allowing for a rich, bubbly sauce.
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
Consider using beef broth instead of water for cooking the rice for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Eastern European
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: stuffed cabbage, cabbage rolls, comfort food, meal prep, family dinner