This Cabbage Roll Casserole simplifies the traditional cabbage roll preparation into an easy-to-make, hearty casserole that captures all the flavors of the classic dish. Perfect for a family dinner or a cozy meal, this casserole is filling, nutritious, and comforting.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 3 ½ pounds chopped cabbage
- 1 (29 ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 1 cup uncooked white rice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 (14 ounce) cans beef broth
Instructions
Prepare the Ingredients
- Preheat the Oven:
- Set your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Cook the Ground Beef:
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook and stir the ground beef until browned and crumbly, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Drain and discard any excess grease from the beef.
Mix the Casserole
- Combine Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped cabbage, tomato sauce, chopped onion, uncooked rice, and salt.
- Stir in the cooked ground beef until everything is well mixed.
- Assemble the Casserole:
- Transfer the mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Pour the beef broth evenly over the top of the casserole mixture.
Baking
- Bake the Casserole:
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and place in the preheated oven.
- Bake covered for 1 hour.
- Final Cooking Steps:
- After 1 hour, remove the casserole, stir the contents, re-cover, and continue to bake for an additional 20 to 30 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender and the rice is fully cooked.
Serve
- Enjoy Your Meal:
- Serve the casserole hot, directly from the oven.
Cook’s Notes
- Additional Dish: Depending on the amount of filling, you may need an additional smaller baking dish. If using two dishes, divide the broth as needed between them.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
- Calories: 352
- Fat: 21g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Protein: 17g
This Cabbage Roll Casserole is a delightful, less labor-intensive alternative to traditional cabbage rolls, offering the same beloved flavors with half the effort. It’s perfect for those busy weeknights or whenever you crave something warm and satisfying. Enjoy this dish with a side salad or some crusty bread for a complete meal.
Cabbage Roll Casserole Recipe
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
Description
This Cabbage Roll Casserole takes all the delicious elements of traditional cabbage rolls and turns them into a simple, one-pot meal. It’s a hearty, comforting dish that combines seasoned ground meat, rice, and cabbage in a savory tomato sauce, baked to perfection.
Ingredients
- 1 large head of cabbage, chopped
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 pound ground pork (optional; replace with additional beef if preferred)
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup uncooked white rice
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 2 cans (8 ounces each) tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 cups water or beef broth
- ½ cup shredded cheese (optional, for topping)
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Brown the Meat:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef, ground pork, onion, and garlic until the meat is browned and the onions are translucent. Drain any excess fat.
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Combine Ingredients:
- Stir in the chopped cabbage, uncooked rice, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well. Add water or beef broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
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Transfer to Baking Dish:
- Pour the mixture into a large baking dish. Cover with aluminum foil.
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Bake:
- Bake covered for about 45 minutes. Remove the foil, stir the casserole, and if desired, sprinkle shredded cheese on top. Continue baking, uncovered, for another 15 minutes or until the rice and cabbage are tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Serve:
- Let the casserole cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, replace the meat with a mix of lentils and mushrooms.
- You can add herbs such as thyme or bay leaves for additional flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Eastern European
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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