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A vibrant plate featuring freshly cooked cabbage rolls with golden-brown edges, filled with seasoned meat and rice, garnished with parsley and served on a white ceramic dish

Cabbage Roll Creations: 86 Quick & Easy Recipes

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This Ultimate Quick and Easy Cabbage Roll Recipe offers a flavorful and simple way to enjoy classic cabbage rolls in a fraction of the time. Perfect for busy weeknights, these savory cabbage rolls are filled with seasoned meat and rice, then baked to perfection.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 large head of green cabbage
  • 1 pound ground beef or turkey
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
  • 1/2 cup beef or chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Carefully peel the cabbage leaves, removing about 12 large leaves, and blanch in boiling water for 2-3 minutes until flexible. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, combine ground meat, cooked rice, chopped onion, garlic, salt, and pepper.
  4. Place a spoonful of the meat mixture onto each cabbage leaf, roll up, and tuck in the sides.
  5. In a baking dish, spread half of the tomato sauce, place the cabbage rolls seam side down, and cover with remaining sauce and broth.
  6. Bake uncovered for 40-45 minutes until cooked through and bubbly.

Notes

  • You can substitute ground beef with turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
  • For added flavor, sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
  • If cabbage leaves are too small, use larger leaves or double them for easier rolling.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cabbage roll
  • Calories: 250 Kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 23g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg