Stuffed Cabbage Roll Casserole

Why Make This Recipe

Stuffed Cabbage Roll Casserole is a wonderful dish that brings comfort and warmth to your table. It’s easy to make and perfect for family dinners. You get all the flavors of traditional stuffed cabbage rolls without the hassle of rolling each leaf. Plus, it’s a great way to use up cabbage and create a hearty meal that everyone will love.

How to Make Stuffed Cabbage Roll Casserole

Ingredients

• 2 pounds ground beef
• 3 1⁄2 pounds chopped cabbage
• 1 (29 ounce) can tomato sauce
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 1 cup uncooked white rice
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 (14 ounce) cans beef broth

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and gather all your ingredients.
2. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.
3. Add the chopped onion to the skillet and sauté until it’s golden and fragrant.
4. Stir in the chopped cabbage, uncooked rice, tomato sauce, beef broth, and salt. Mix everything well and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
5. Transfer the mixture to a large baking dish, spreading it evenly.
6. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 1 hour in the preheated oven. After that, remove the foil and bake for an additional 30 minutes until bubbling and golden on top.
7. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

How to Serve Stuffed Cabbage Roll Casserole

Serve this casserole warm with a side of crusty bread or a fresh salad. You can also sprinkle some grated cheese on top for extra flavor. It’s perfect for family meals or gatherings with friends.

How to Store Stuffed Cabbage Roll Casserole

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can also freeze it for up to 3 months. Just make sure to thaw it overnight in the fridge before reheating.

Tips to Make Stuffed Cabbage Roll Casserole

• Feel free to add your favorite spices or herbs to the meat mixture for added flavor.
• You can use ground turkey or chicken instead of beef for a lighter option.
• If you prefer a more tomato-heavy dish, feel free to add an extra can of tomato sauce.

Variation

You can customize this dish by adding other veggies like bell peppers or carrots. Some people also like to add a bit of spice with crushed red pepper flakes for a kick.

FAQs

Can I use cooked rice instead of uncooked?
Yes, you can use cooked rice. Just adjust the amount of beef broth to avoid making the casserole too watery.

Can I make this ahead of time?
Absolutely! You can prepare it a day in advance. Just bake it when you’re ready to serve.

What if I don’t like cabbage?
You can substitute the cabbage with other leafy greens such as kale or even use pasta for a different texture.

ake Stuffed Cabbage Roll Casserole

Stuffed Cabbage Roll Casserole is a wonderful dish that brings comfort and warmth to your table. It’s easy to make and perfect for family dinners. You get all the flavors of traditional stuffed cabbage rolls without the hassle of rolling each leaf. Plus, it’s a great way to use up cabbage and create a hearty meal that everyone will love.

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Ingredients

  

• 2 pounds ground beef
• 3 1/2 pounds chopped cabbage
• 1 29 ounce can tomato sauce
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 1 cup uncooked white rice
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 14 ounce cans beef broth

Instructions

 

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and gather all your ingredients.
• In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.
• Add the chopped onion to the skillet and sauté until it’s golden and fragrant.
• Stir in the chopped cabbage, uncooked rice, tomato sauce, beef broth, and salt. Mix everything well and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
• Transfer the mixture to a large baking dish, spreading it evenly.
• Cover the dish with foil and bake for 1 hour in the preheated oven. After that, remove the foil and bake for an additional 30 minutes until bubbling and golden on top.
• Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
• How to Serve Stuffed Cabbage Roll Casserole
• Serve this casserole warm with a side of crusty bread or a fresh salad. You can also sprinkle some grated cheese on top for extra flavor. It’s perfect for family meals or gatherings with friends.
• How to Store Stuffed Cabbage Roll Casserole
• Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can also freeze it for up to 3 months. Just make sure to thaw it overnight in the fridge before reheating.
• Tips to Make Stuffed Cabbage Roll Casserole
• Feel free to add your favorite spices or herbs to the meat mixture for added flavor.
• You can use ground turkey or chicken instead of beef for a lighter option.
• If you prefer a more tomato-heavy dish, feel free to add an extra can of tomato sauce.
• Variation
• You can customize this dish by adding other veggies like bell peppers or carrots. Some people also like to add a bit of spice with crushed red pepper flakes for a kick.
• FAQs
• Can I use cooked rice instead of uncooked?
• Yes, you can use cooked rice. Just adjust the amount of beef broth to avoid making the casserole too watery.
• Can I make this ahead of time?
• Absolutely! You can prepare it a day in advance. Just bake it when you're ready to serve.
• What if I don’t like cabbage?
• You can substitute the cabbage with other leafy greens such as kale or even use pasta for a different texture.