Stuffed Cabbages Rolls

Stuffed cabbage rolls, also known as cabbage rolls or golabki, are a delicious and hearty dish. Here’s a recipe for making classic stuffed cabbage rolls:

Ingredients:

FOR THE CABBAGE ROLLS:

• 1 large head of cabbage
• 1 lb (450g) ground beef
• 1 cup cooked rice
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme (optional)

FOR THE TOMATO SAUCE:

• 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
• 1 can (14 oz) tomato sauce
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

PREPARE THE CABBAGE:

1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Core the cabbage and carefully place it in the boiling water. Boil for about 5-7 minutes until the outer leaves are tender and pliable. Remove the leaves and set them aside. Continue until you have enough leaves for the filling.
2. Trim the thick part of the cabbage leaves to make them easier to roll.

PREPARE THE FILLING:

3. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, cooked rice, chopped onion, minced garlic, egg, breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, and dried thyme. Mix well.

ASSEMBLE THE CABBAGE ROLLS:

4. Take a cabbage leaf and place a portion of the filling in the center. Fold the sides over the filling and then roll it up tightly, like a burrito. Place the roll seam-side down in a large baking dish.
5. Repeat the process until all the filling is used or you run out of cabbage leaves.

PREPARE THE TOMATO SAUCE:

6. In a bowl, mix together crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper.

BAKE:

7. Pour the tomato sauce over the cabbage rolls, ensuring they are well-covered.
8. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 1 to 1.5 hours, or until the cabbage rolls are cooked through.

SERVE:

9. Carefully remove the cabbage rolls from the baking dish and place them on a serving platter.
10. Spoon some of the tomato sauce over the top, and serve the stuffed cabbage rolls hot.

Enjoy your delicious homemade stuffed cabbage rolls! They are often served with a side of mashed potatoes or crusty bread.