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CABBAGE ROLL CASSEROLE

A deconstructed cabbage roll baked in a casserole dish — all the classic flavors of stuffed cabbage without the rolling. Ground beef, rice, cabbage and a tangy tomato sauce make an easy, family-friendly dinner.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef 80/20 for best flavor
  • 1 cup onion finely chopped
  • 2 clove garlic minced
  • 1.5 cup cooked rice white or brown, cooked
  • 1 head green cabbage about 1 medium head, shredded
  • 24 oz tomato sauce canned or jarred
  • 6 oz tomato paste one small can
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1.5 tsp salt adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried thyme

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch casserole dish.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until soft, about 4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook 1 minute more.
  • Add the ground beef to the skillet and brown, breaking it up with a spoon, until no pink remains. Drain excess fat if needed.
  • Stir in the cooked rice, tomato paste, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt and pepper. Mix well and remove from heat.
  • In a separate large skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Add the shredded cabbage and sauté until slightly softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Spread half of the sautéed cabbage in the bottom of the prepared casserole dish. Top with the beef and rice mixture, spreading evenly. Pour the tomato sauce over the top and then layer the remaining cabbage evenly.
  • Cover the dish tightly with foil and bake for 45 minutes. Remove the foil and bake an additional 15 minutes to allow the top to brown slightly.
  • Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before serving to set. Serve warm with a spoonful of extra tomato sauce if desired.

Notes

Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and also freeze nicely in portions. Reheat covered in the oven or microwave.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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