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Savory Cabbage Rolls

Savory Cabbage Rolls

Classic comfort food! Our savory cabbage rolls recipe with seasoned beef and rice in tomato sauce is easy to follow. Make this family dinner favorite tonight.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large head green cabbage
  • 1 pound ground beef or turkey
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can tomato sauce (15 oz)
  • 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • for garnish fresh parsley

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking dish
  • Aluminum foil

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Carefully remove the core of the cabbage and blanch the leaves in boiling water for about 2-3 minutes until soft. Set aside to cool.
  3. In a large skillet, sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until translucent.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, cooked rice, sautéed onion and garlic, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  5. Take a cabbage leaf, place a generous portion of the filling at the base, and roll it up tightly, tucking in the sides. Repeat until all filling is used.
  6. Spread a small amount of tomato sauce in the bottom of a baking dish. Arrange the cabbage rolls seam-side down.
  7. Pour the remaining tomato sauce and diced tomatoes over the rolls, covering them generously.
  8. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for about 45 minutes.
  9. Remove the foil and bake for another 15-20 minutes for a nice finish.
  10. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 18gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 3mg

Notes

You can easily substitute ground turkey or chicken for a healthier option. These cabbage rolls can be made ahead of time and frozen. Just thaw and bake when ready to eat. Feel free to add diced vegetables to the filling for added nutrition. If you prefer a bit of heat, sprinkle some crushed red pepper flakes in the sauce. Enjoy these Savory Cabbage Rolls with your favorite side salad or bread!
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