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Stuffed Cabbage Rolls with Ground Beef and Vegetables

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Stuffed Cabbage Rolls with Ground Beef and Vegetables are a classic comfort food featuring tender cabbage leaves wrapped around a savory beef, rice, and veggie filling, baked in a rich tomato sauce. Nutritious, satisfying, and perfect for family meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 large green cabbage
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 medium carrot, grated
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced (divided)
  • 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp dried herbs (thyme, oregano, or Italian seasoning)
  • Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Core the cabbage and separate leaves. Blanch for 2–3 minutes until softened. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, cooked rice, onion, carrot, 1 clove minced garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika. Mix well.
  3. Lay a cabbage leaf flat, place a spoonful of filling at the base, fold in sides, and roll tightly. Repeat with remaining leaves and filling.
  4. Heat olive oil in a saucepan. Sauté remaining garlic until fragrant. Add crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, herbs, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10–15 minutes.
  5. Pour a layer of sauce in a baking dish. Arrange cabbage rolls seam-side down. Cover with remaining sauce.
  6. Cover dish with foil and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 1 hour until rolls are tender and fully cooked.
  7. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.

Notes

  • Use ground turkey or pork for variation.
  • Freeze extra rolls in sauce for up to 2 months.
  • Tightly roll and place seam-side down to prevent unraveling.
  • Try quinoa instead of rice for a gluten-free version.

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