Easy Cabbage Rolls
Ingredients
- 1 headgreen cabbage
- 1 clong grain white rice
uncooked
- 1 lblean ground pork
- ½ lblean ground beef
- 2 smallyellow onions
diced
- 3 clovegarlic
minced
- ½ tspdill
- 3 tbspfresh parsley
- salt and black pepper
- 1can diced tomatoes
14.5 ounce each
- 1egg
- 1 ¾ ctomato sauce
divided
- 1can condensed tomato soup
10.75 ounce each
Directions
- 1
Boil cabbage leaves for about 2 minutes or until soft. (See note below for removing leaves). Set aside to cool.
- 2
Preheat oven to 350°F.
- 3
Cook rice according to package directions but reduce cooking time by 5 minutes so the rice is slightly underdone. Set aside.
- 4
Cook pork (or turkey), beef, onions, garlic, & seasonings in a pan until no pink remains. Drain any fat. Add in rice, diced tomatoes, and ⅓ cup of tomato sauce. Stir in egg.
- 5
Mix the remaining tomato sauce and tomato soup in a bowl. Spread a very thin layer of the tomato sauce mixture in a 9x13 pan.
- 6
Remove or thin any thick stem on cabbage leaves. Lay the cabbage leaf flat and add ¼ to ⅓ cup filling to the center of the leaf. Fold in the sides and roll the cabbage up. Place seam side down in the pan. (See note for small leaves). Repeat with remaining cabbage.
- 7
Pour sauce over the cabbage and cover tightly with foil. Bake for 75-90 minutes. Let cool for 15 minutes before serving.
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About this Recipe
Searching for a hearty, comforting meal that feels just like a hug from Grandma? These Easy Cabbage Rolls bring all the warmth and flavor of a homemade classic right to your table, promising a taste that's both nostalgic and incredibly satisfying.
What makes these cabbage rolls so special is the perfect balance of savory ground pork and beef, tender uncooked rice, and aromatic diced onions and garlic, all wrapped in soft cabbage leaves. They're simmered in a rich tomato sauce, ensuring every bite is deeply satisfying and incredibly filling—just like the best traditional recipes.
Prepare for a truly comforting experience with every forkful. You'll find the cabbage leaves tender and yielding, encasing a robust, seasoned filling of meat and rice. The sauce, made from a blend of diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and a touch of tomato soup, delivers a sweet and savory tang that complements the hearty interior beautifully. This dish is designed to be a substantial, flavorful meal that evokes nostalgia for simple, delicious home cooking.
While the recipe specifies a delicious blend of ground pork and ground beef, you can easily lighten the dish by using ground turkey instead of pork for a different flavor profile if you prefer. Feel free to adjust the amount of fresh parsley or dill weed to your liking, tailoring the herbaceous notes to your taste.
These Easy Cabbage Rolls are perfect for a cozy family dinner or as a standout dish for a gathering. Serve them warm as a complete meal; their hearty nature means they don't need much alongside, but a simple green salad would offer a refreshing contrast.