Cabbage Roll Casserole
A comforting, easy-to-make casserole inspired by classic cabbage rolls, featuring tender cabbage, seasoned ground meat, and a rich tomato sauce.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Baking Dish
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 head cabbage chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup cooked rice white or brown
- 1 onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 can diced tomatoes 14 oz, with juice
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tsp salt or to taste
- 1/2 tsp black pepper freshly ground
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar or mozzarella, optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, cook the ground meat over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Add diced onions and garlic to the skillet. Sauté until soft and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, chicken broth, salt, pepper, and paprika. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- In a greased baking dish, layer half of the chopped cabbage, followed by half of the cooked rice, and half of the meat mixture. Repeat the layers.
- Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes. Remove foil, sprinkle with shredded cheese, and bake uncovered for another 10 minutes until melted.
- Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
For extra flavor, try adding a splash of Worcestershire sauce to the meat mixture. If you prefer a low-carb version, substitute cauliflower rice for the regular rice.
