Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls
Cook Time: 1 hour
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Recipe Category: White Rice
Keywords: Rice, Meat, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Weeknight, Oven, Less than 4 Hours
Description:
Delight in the nostalgia of this classic dish reimagined for modern convenience. Unstuffed cabbage rolls offer all the comforting flavors of traditional stuffed cabbage but with a simplified assembly process, perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends. Say goodbye to the time-consuming task of rolling individual cabbage leaves and embrace the ease and efficiency of this hearty one-dish meal. Bursting with wholesome ingredients like lean hamburger, white rice, and aromatic spices, this dish is sure to become a beloved favorite in your household, just as it has in mine.
Ingredients:
- 1 head cabbage
- 1 1/4 pounds lean hamburger
- 3/4 cup white rice
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 sweet onion
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 277.9
- Fat Content: 3.7g
- Saturated Fat Content: 1.2g
- Cholesterol Content: 48.8mg
- Sodium Content: 880.3mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 53g
- Fiber Content: 7.9g
- Sugar Content: 24.4g
- Protein Content: 12.5g
Servings: 6
Aggregated Rating: 4.5 stars
Review Count: 17
Recipe Instructions:
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Prepare the Cabbage: Begin by chopping the cabbage into manageable pieces. Par-boil the cabbage until it’s almost tender, then remove and rinse it with cold water. Drain the cabbage well, ensuring excess moisture is removed.
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Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine all the ingredients except for the tomato sauce. This includes the lean hamburger, white rice, egg, tomato paste, sugar, and finely chopped sweet onion. Mix everything thoroughly until well combined.
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (approximately 163°C).
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Prepare Casserole Dish: Grease a casserole dish lightly to prevent sticking.
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Layer Ingredients: Spread half of the canned tomato sauce evenly across the bottom of the greased casserole dish. Layer half of the cooked cabbage over the sauce. Next, evenly distribute the meat mixture over the cabbage, ensuring it forms an even layer. Cover the meat with the remaining cabbage, then pour the remaining tomato sauce over the top, ensuring all ingredients are coated evenly.
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Bake: Cover the casserole dish with a lid or aluminum foil to trap moisture and flavor. Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the dish is heated through and the flavors have melded together beautifully.
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Rest and Serve: Once fully cooked, remove the dish from the oven and allow it to stand for 15 minutes before serving. This brief resting period allows the flavors to intensify and ensures the dish is at the ideal temperature for serving.
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Customization: Feel free to customize this recipe to suit your taste preferences. You can add more of any ingredient you particularly enjoy, such as additional spices, vegetables, or protein alternatives like ground turkey, as suggested by one reviewer.
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Enjoy: Serve up generous portions of this deliciously hearty meal and bask in the warmth and comfort it brings to your table. Whether shared with family or enjoyed as a satisfying solo meal, this unstuffed cabbage rolls recipe is sure to evoke feelings of love and contentment with every savory bite.
Embrace the simplicity and heartiness of this old-fashioned dish, and let its timeless flavors transport you to a place of culinary bliss. Whether you’re a seasoned chef or a novice cook, this recipe is a delightful addition to any repertoire, offering a taste of tradition with a modern twist. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and prepare to embark on a culinary journey filled with warmth, flavor, and the unmistakable aroma of home-cooked goodness.
