These Stuffed Cabbage Rolls are a comforting, hearty dish that combines tender cabbage leaves with a flavorful ground beef and rice filling, all smothered in a rich tomato sauce. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, this recipe is packed with savory goodness and will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Prep Time
30 minutes
Cook Time
1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time
2 hours
Servings
6–8 servings
Ingredients
For the Filling:
1 cup COOKED long-grain rice (or similar variety)
1.5 pounds lean ground beef (or extra lean)
1.5 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 large egg
1 yellow onion , peeled and minced
⅓ cup parsley , roughly chopped
3 cloves garlic , minced
1.5 teaspoons salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon dried dill
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ to 1 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional, for heat)
½ cup tomato sauce (reserved for the filling)
For the Sauce and Assembly:
42 ounces tomato sauce , divided (about 5 cups total; use three 14-ounce cans)
1 medium head green cabbage (you’ll need about 18 leaves for rolls and 8–10 leaves for lining and topping the dish)
