Savory Stuffed Cabbage Rolls: A Hearty Family Favorite

Cabbage Rolls Recipe

🕒 Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
🥘 Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients:

• 12 cabbage leaves
• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 1/2 cup cooked rice
• 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1/2 cup chopped mushrooms
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch

Instructions:

1. Prepare Cabbage Leaves:

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   • Cover cabbage leaves with boiling water.
   • Let stand for 10 minutes until leaves are limp.
   • Drain.

2. Prepare Filling:

   • In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, cooked rice, 1/2 cup tomato sauce, salt, pepper, onion, garlic, and mushrooms.

3. Assemble Cabbage Rolls:

   • Place about 1/3 cup of the beef mixture at the stem end of each cabbage leaf.
   • Roll the leaf around the beef mixture, tucking in the sides to form a roll.

4. Bake:

   • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
   • Place the cabbage rolls in an ungreased baking pan.
   • In a separate bowl, mix the remaining tomato sauce, sugar, and lemon juice.
   • Pour this mixture over the cabbage rolls.
   • Bake in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes, or until the beef is fully cooked.

5. Prepare Sauce:

   • Using the liquid from the baking pan, pour it into a saucepan.
   • Mix in the cornstarch and water.
   • Heat the mixture to boiling, stirring constantly, until it begins to thicken (about 1-2 minutes).

6. Serve:

   • Pour the thickened sauce over the cabbage rolls before serving.

Faster Alternative:

• For a quicker option, you can layer the bottom of a casserole dish with shredded cabbage.
• Spread the meat mixture over the cabbage.
• Sprinkle with breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese.
• Bake until the meat is cooked through and the top is golden brown.
• Enjoy this delicious alternative!

This hearty dish of cabbage rolls brings together tender cabbage leaves filled with a savory meat mixture, baked to perfection and served with a flavorful sauce. It’s a comforting meal that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Try it out and share the love with your friends and family!