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Delicious Cabbage Roll Casserole

A comforting casserole that combines juicy ground beef, fragrant herbs, and tender cabbage in a savory tomato sauce, creating a perfect family favorite.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cabbage and Filling
  • 1 large head cabbage
  • 1 lb ground beef (Halal certified)
  • 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
  • 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (no added sugar)
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cups vegetable broth or chicken broth (Halal certified)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley (for garnish)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Carefully remove the core from the cabbage and blanch the whole head in the boiling water for about 5 minutes, or until the leaves are pliable. Remove and let cool.
  3. In a large skillet, heat a splash of vegetable oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes). Then add ground beef and cook until browned.
  4. Stir in garlic, cooked rice, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes to meld the flavors.
Assembly and Cooking
  1. In a large baking dish, layer the bottom with some vegetable broth. Place the cabbage leaves to cover the bottom, then add a portion of the beef filling. Repeat layering (cabbage and filling) until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of cabbage.
  2. Pour the remaining vegetable broth over the top layer of cabbage, cover the dish with foil, and bake for 45 minutes.
  3. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes to brown the top slightly.
Serving
  1. Let it cool for a few minutes, then garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

The casserole makes excellent leftovers! Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) until heated through.