Stuffed Cabbage

Ingredients

• 1 head of cabbage
• 1 lb. ground beef
• 1 cup cooked rice
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1/2 tsp. black pepper
• 1 can (14 oz.) diced tomatoes
• 1 can (8 oz.) tomato sauce
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup lemon juice
• 1/2 cup raisins

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
2. Discard the cabbage’s outermost leaves, cut out the cabbage core at the bottom, and put the cabbage head into a pot of boiling water. Cover and let steam for 10-12 minutes until the leaves soften and begin to pull away easily from the cabbage head. Drain and let cool.
3. In a bowl, combine ground beef, cooked rice, onion, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly.
4. Carefully remove 12 large cabbage leaves from the head. Cut away the thick center ribs from each leaf but be careful not to cut through the leaf. Place 2-3 tablespoons of the beef and rice mixture into the center of each leaf. Roll the leaf, tuck in the sides, and continue rolling to create a neat package.
5. Place the stuffed cabbage rolls seam-side down in a 9×13 inch baking dish. Repeat until all the cabbage leaves have been filled and rolled.
6. In a separate bowl, combine diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, brown sugar, lemon juice, and raisins. Mix well.
7. Pour the tomato sauce mixture over the stuffed cabbage rolls.
8. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 1 hour.
9. Remove foil and bake for an additional 30 minutes.
10. Remove from oven, let cool, and serve.

Verdict

This stuffed cabbage recipe is a classic, hearty meal that is perfect for family get-togethers or cozy weekends at home. The combination of savory beef and rice stuffing, tangy tomato sauce, and sweet raisins makes it a crowd-pleaser that everyone will love. Serve it alongside creamy mashed potatoes or crusty bread for a satisfying and comforting meal.

Serving Suggestions

Serve stuffed cabbage with mashed potatoes or crusty bread and a side of steamed green beans or roasted carrots for a balanced meal.