Stuffed Cabbage Rolls

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Cabbage

1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Carefully remove the core from the cabbage.
2. Place the whole head of cabbage in the boiling water and cook for about 5-7 minutes until the leaves start to soften and are easy to peel off.
3. Remove the cabbage from the water and gently peel off the large leaves. Set them aside to cool.

Step 2: Make the Filling

1. In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, cooked rice, onion, garlic, egg, salt, black pepper, paprika, and oregano until well combined.

Step 3: Assemble the Cabbage Rolls

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Take one cabbage leaf and place about 1/4 cup of the filling in the center. Fold the sides over the filling and roll up tightly, tucking in the ends as you go.
3. Repeat with the remaining leaves and filling.

Step 4: Make the Tomato Sauce

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, brown sugar, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.

Step 5: Bake the Cabbage Rolls

1. Spread a thin layer of the tomato sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
2. Place the cabbage rolls seam-side down in the dish. Pour the remaining sauce over the top.
3. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 1 hour. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until the rolls are tender and the sauce is bubbly.

Conclusion

These Stuffed Cabbage Rolls are the perfect comfort food for a family dinner. They’re warm, hearty, and packed with flavor—just like grandma used to make. The combination of tender cabbage, savory meat filling, and tangy tomato sauce is a match made in heaven. Serve them with a side of mashed potatoes or crusty bread for a complete and satisfying meal. Enjoy every bite of this delicious, old-fashioned recipe!