Description
Stuffed Cabbage Roll Casserole is a heartwarming dish that combines tender cabbage leaves with a savory filling of ground meat, rice, and spices, all smothered in rich tomato sauce. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners, this casserole delivers comfort and nostalgia in every bite. With its vibrant colors and delicious aroma, it’s sure to impress your guests and create lasting memories around the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head green cabbage
- 1 lb ground beef (or turkey)
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 24 oz tomato sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Remove the core from the cabbage head and submerge it in boiling water for about 5 minutes until leaves soften.
- Remove the cabbage and let cool slightly; peel off 12 leaves.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground meat, cooked rice, chopped onion, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Spread half of the tomato sauce in a baking dish. Layer half of the cabbage leaves over it followed by half of the meat mixture. Repeat layers finishing with a final layer of cabbage.
- Pour remaining tomato sauce over the top and cover with foil. Bake for about 60 minutes.
- Optional: Sprinkle cheese on top during the last 15 minutes of baking.
- Let sit for 10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Eastern European
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg