Layered Cabbage Rolls
This shortcut version of classic cabbage rolls provides all of that traditional flavor with minimal fuss, making it perfect for an easy and comforting dinner.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 medium head of cabbage sliced into 0.5 inch strips
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 small onion chopped small
- 0.67 cup uncooked rice
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 24 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 15 ounces tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
- 0.33 cup light brown sugar
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spread the cabbage across the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef with the chopped onion until browned.
- Drain any grease from the pan, then add rice, chili powder, garlic powder, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper to the skillet with the meat. Stir in crushed tomatoes to combine, then spread the meat mixture over the cabbage in the baking dish.
- Mix together the tomato sauce, light brown sugar, and white wine vinegar. Pour this mixture over the meat and cabbage layers. Cover with foil and bake for 90 minutes. Remove foil and let the casserole rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
This layered cabbage roll casserole offers all the flavors of traditional cabbage rolls with less effort. It pairs wonderfully with a green salad for a complete meal.