Looking for a new recipe to add to your rotation of family favorites? Look no further than our delicious twist on a classic dish – stuffed cabbage rolls! This dish takes the traditional flavors of cabbage rolls and adds a few tasty twists that will have your taste buds singing.
To start, gather your ingredients. You will need one large head of cabbage, one pound of ground beef, one cup of cooked rice, one onion, two cloves of garlic, one can of diced tomatoes, one can of tomato sauce, one teaspoon of paprika, one teaspoon of dried thyme, salt and pepper to taste, and a dash of Worcestershire sauce.
Begin by prepping your cabbage. Remove the core and carefully peel off the leaves, being careful not to tear them. In a large pot of boiling water, blanch the leaves for a few minutes until they are pliable. Remove from the pot and set aside.
In a skillet, sauté the diced onion and minced garlic until they are soft and translucent. Add the ground beef and cook until it is browned. Drain any excess fat. Stir in the cooked rice, diced tomatoes, paprika, thyme, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix well to combine.
To assemble the stuffed cabbage rolls, take a cabbage leaf and place a scoop of the beef and rice mixture in the center. Roll up the leaf, tucking in the sides as you go. Place the rolled cabbage leaf seam-side down in a baking dish. Continue until all the filling is used up.
Pour the tomato sauce over the cabbage rolls, making sure they are evenly coated. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for about 45 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender.
Once cooked, remove the foil and let the cabbage rolls cool slightly before serving. You can garnish with fresh parsley or a dollop of sour cream if desired.
These stuffed cabbage rolls are a comforting and hearty dish that is perfect for a cozy family dinner. The flavors of the beef and rice filling are perfectly complemented by the tangy tomato sauce and tender cabbage leaves. Give our recipe a try and see for yourself just how delicious this twist on a classic dish can be!