For a richer flavor, brown the ground meats before mixing them with the other filling ingredients. You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for the beef, pork, and veal. Add a tablespoon of tomato paste to the tomato sauce for a more intense tomato flavor. If you don't have fresh parsley, you can use 1 tablespoon of dried parsley. Serve with a dollop of sour cream or plain yogurt for extra creaminess.
Stuffed Cabbage Rolls with Tomato Sauce
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PREP TIME40 mins
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COOK TIME1 hrs 10 mins
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TOTAL TIME2 hrs
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SERVING6 People
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VIEWS22
Savor the taste of home with these comforting stuffed cabbage rolls, featuring a rich blend of ground meats and aromatic herbs simmered in a luscious tomato sauce. A hearty and satisfying dish perfect for family gatherings.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate28 g
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Cholesterol129 mg
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Fiber7 g
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Protein32 g
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Saturated Fat8 g
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Sodium686 mg
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Sugar6 g
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Fat21 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
15 mins
Prepare the Cabbage: Place cabbage, core-side down, into an 8- to 10-cup microwave-safe casserole dish. Add 1/2 cup water, cover, and microwave on high until outer leaves are soft (10-15 minutes). Drain and cool.
02
Step
5 mins
Preheat the Oven: While the cabbage is cooling, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
03
Step
10 mins
Mix the Filling: Combine ground beef, pork, veal, rice, onion, parsley, egg, garlic, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Add 1 teaspoon each of thyme, basil, and oregano; mix until well combined.
04
Step
5 mins
Prepare the Cabbage Leaves: Remove 12 outer leaves from the cooled cabbage and trim off any thick stems to make them easier to roll. Reserve remaining cabbage for another use or discard.
05
Step
20 mins
Assemble the Rolls: Divide meat mixture into 12 equal portions. Place one portion onto the stem end of each cabbage leaf. Roll up the leaves and fold in the ends. Place the rolls, seam-side down, in a single layer in a casserole dish.
06
Step
5 mins
Add the Sauce: Combine crushed tomatoes with remaining thyme, basil, and oregano and pour over cabbage rolls.
07
Step
1 hrs 10 mins
Bake: Cover and bake in the preheated oven until meat is cooked through, about 1 hour. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (71 degrees C). Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
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Chelsey Prosacco
Jun 26, 2025I made this for a potluck and everyone raved about it. The combination of meats and herbs is perfect.
Genoveva Schmidt
Jun 26, 2025This recipe is amazing! The cabbage rolls were so tender and flavorful. My family loved them!
Daphne Reynolds
Jun 10, 2025The directions were easy to follow, and the rolls turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Gerhard Padberg
May 27, 2025This is a great recipe, but next time I will use less rice in the filling.
Janelle Boyle
May 20, 2025I added a pinch of red pepper flakes to the meat mixture for a little kick. It was delicious!