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Stuffed Cabbage in Portions: Cozy Comfort on a Plate

Indulge in stuffed cabbage, a hearty dish that wraps flavorful fillings in tender leaves, perfect for family gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 55 minutes
Servings: 6 portions
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Cabbage
  • 3 pounds Large head green cabbage Providing the perfect vessel for filling.
For the Filling
  • 1 pound Ground beef Rich in flavor and protein.
  • 1 cup Cooked white rice Cooled.
  • 1 Medium onion Finely chopped.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 Large egg Acts as a binder.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil For sautéing.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • ½ teaspoon Black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon Dried thyme
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
For the Tomato Sauce
  • 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes Canned.
  • 14.5 ounces Diced tomatoes Canned.
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
  • ½ cup Beef broth
  • 1 teaspoon Brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley Chopped, for garnish.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • large pot
  • baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • tongs

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Remove any damaged outer leaves from the cabbage, rinse and cut out the core.
  2. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the cabbage and boil for 8-10 minutes until leaves soften.
  3. Remove the cabbage, allow to cool, and separate 12 large softened leaves. Trim the thick center rib.
  4. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet. Sauté onion for 4 minutes, add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  5. In a bowl, combine beef, cooked rice, sautéed onion and garlic, egg, Worcestershire sauce, and spices. Mix gently.
  6. Divide the beef mixture into 6 portions. Overlap 2 cabbage leaves, place filling in the center, and roll tightly.
  7. In a saucepan, heat remaining olive oil. Add tomato paste, cook for 1 minute, then add tomatoes and broth. Stir in sugar and oregano.
  8. Spread half of the sauce in a baking dish, arrange cabbage rolls seam side down, spoon remaining sauce over them, and cover with foil.
  9. Bake for 55 minutes. Remove foil, spoon sauce over rolls, and bake uncovered for another 15-20 minutes.
  10. Let rest for 10 minutes. Garnish with parsley and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 20mg

Notes

Feel free to make ahead and refrigerate. Adjust baking time if rolls are cold when baking.

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