Classic Stuffed Cabbage Rolls (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 large head of cabbage
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1 lb ground beef
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1/2 cup cooked rice
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1 medium onion, finely chopped
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1 egg
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1 cup tomato sauce
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1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp dried thyme
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Salt and pepper to taste
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2 cups tomato sauce (for the topping)
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1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (optional)
# Instructions:
01 -
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Carefully remove the cabbage leaves, blanching them in the boiling water for about 2-3 minutes until tender. Set aside.
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In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, cooked rice, onion, egg, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper.
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Place a spoonful of the beef mixture in the center of each cabbage leaf, folding the sides over and rolling tightly to seal.
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In a large pot, spread a thin layer of tomato sauce at the bottom. Place the cabbage rolls seam-side down in the pot. Cover with the remaining tomato sauce.
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Cover the pot and simmer on low heat for 45 minutes to 1 hour, ensuring the rolls are cooked through and tender.
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Optionally, sprinkle with mozzarella cheese during the last 10 minutes of cooking for a cheesy topping.