Cabbage Leaves Stuffed with Meat Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 head of cabbage
• 1 pound of ground beef
• 1 cup cooked rice
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 can of tomato sauce
• 1/2 cup water

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
3. Carefully remove 12 large leaves from the cabbage and blanch them in the boiling water for 2 minutes.
4. Drain the leaves and let them cool.
5. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, cooked rice, onion, garlic, paprika, salt, black pepper, and beaten egg. Mix well.
6. Take one cabbage leaf and place 1-2 tablespoonfuls of filling at the bottom of the leaf, where the stem was.
7. Fold the sides of the leaf over the filling and then roll it up to create a neat package.
8. Repeat with remaining cabbage leaves and filling.
9. Place the stuffed cabbage rolls seam-side down in a large baking dish.
10. In a separate bowl, whisk together the tomato sauce and water and pour it over the cabbage rolls.
11. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 1 hour.
12. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, until the cabbage is tender and the sauce is bubbly.
13. Serve warm and enjoy!

Verdict:

This classic stuffed cabbage recipe is hearty, satisfying, and perfect for a cozy dinner. The filling is a flavorful mixture of ground beef, rice, and spices, encased in tender cabbage leaves and smothered in a simple tomato sauce. It’s the perfect comfort food that everyone will love.

Serving suggestions:

Serve the stuffed cabbage rolls with a simple green salad dressed with lemon and olive oil or mashed potatoes for a classic Eastern European meal. They also make great leftovers for a quick lunch or dinner option.