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Cabbage Roll Casserole

A comforting casserole filled with tender cabbage, seasoned ground meat, and a tangy tomato sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 large head cabbage, chopped
  • 1 pound ground beef (or turkey) Use a plant-based option for vegetarian.
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
  • 1 can (12 oz) tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce Substitute with soy sauce for vegetarian option.
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (optional, for topping)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large skillet, sauté the diced onion over medium heat until soft and translucent, about 3-5 minutes.
  3. Add the ground meat to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Stir in the cooked rice, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and let simmer for another 5 minutes.
  5. In a greased baking dish, layer half of the chopped cabbage at the bottom.
  6. Spread half of the meat mixture over the cabbage. Repeat with the remaining cabbage and meat mixture.
Cooking
  1. Cover the casserole with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes.
  2. If using cheese, uncover the casserole for the last 10 minutes of baking to allow it to melt.
  3. Remove from the oven, let cool for a few minutes, then serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. You can freeze portions for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F for about 20 minutes or microwave until heated through.