Recipe: Almost Cabbage Rolls
Description:
This recipe is a lifesaver for those hectic days when you’re too tired to cook up a storm. Embracing simplicity without compromising on flavor, Almost Cabbage Rolls is a quick-fix meal that doesn’t require any fancy equipment. If you don’t have a rice cooker, fret not! A trusty sauce pot (3 quart) will do the trick just fine.
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Recipe Category: Meat
Keywords: < 60 Mins, Stove Top, Easy
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 434
- Fat Content: 17.4g
- Saturated Fat Content: 6.7g
- Cholesterol Content: 77.1mg
- Sodium Content: 369.2mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 42.3g
- Fiber Content: 2.1g
- Sugar Content: 1.2g
- Protein Content: 25.2g
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Cabbage | 2 |
| Raw Rice | 1 |
| Water | 1/2 |
| Bell Pepper | 1 |
| Onion | 1 |
| Rotel Tomatoes | – |
| Ground Beef | 1 |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Ingredients:
- Gather all your ingredients to ensure a smooth cooking process.
- Chop the cabbage into manageable pieces, discarding the tough core.
- Rinse the raw rice under cold water to remove any excess starch.
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Layering:
- In your trusty sauce pot (3 quart), begin by layering the ingredients as listed:
- First, create a base layer with half of the chopped cabbage.
- Sprinkle the raw rice evenly over the cabbage layer.
- Pour in the water, ensuring that the rice is adequately submerged.
- Now, add a layer of sliced bell pepper and onion.
- Follow up with a generous layer of Rotel Tomatoes for that extra kick.
- Finally, evenly distribute the ground beef over the top, ensuring it’s spread out evenly.
- In your trusty sauce pot (3 quart), begin by layering the ingredients as listed:
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Cooking:
- Place the sauce pot on the stove over medium heat.
- Allow the mixture to come to a gentle boil.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot with a lid.
- Let it simmer for about 30 minutes, or until the rice is cooked through and the cabbage is tender.
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Finishing Touches:
- Once the cooking time is up and the flavors have melded together beautifully, remove the pot from the heat.
- Give the Almost Cabbage Rolls a gentle stir to combine all the ingredients.
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Serving:
- Serve hot, spooning generous portions onto plates.
- Garnish with some freshly chopped parsley or a sprinkle of grated cheese if desired.
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Enjoy Your Meal!
- Sit back, relax, and savor every delicious bite of this hearty, comforting dish.
- Don’t forget to share with friends and family, or simply enjoy it all to yourself – you’ve earned it!
Note:
If you prefer a spicier kick, feel free to add some crushed red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce to the mix. Likewise, you can customize this recipe by incorporating your favorite herbs and spices for an extra layer of flavor.
