Shapiro'S Stuffed Cabbage Recipe

Name: Shapiro'S Stuffed Cabbage
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 medium size heads cabbage; 3 slices white bread; 1/3 c. red wine; 1 lb. lean ground chuck; 1/2 c. finely chopped onion; 1 rib celery, finely chopped; 1 egg, beaten; 1/4 c. tomato juice; 1 c. cooked rice; 1 tsp. salt; 1/2 tsp. black pepper; 2 c. stewed tomatoes; 1/2 c. tomato puree; 1 c. water; 1/2 c. brown sugar; juice of 1 lemon; 6 gingersnap cookies (2-inch in diameter); 1/2 c. golden raisins

Servings: persons

2 medium size heads cabbage
3 slices white bread
1/3 c. red wine
1 lb. lean ground chuck
1/2 c. finely chopped onion
1 rib celery, finely chopped
1 egg, beaten
1/4 c. tomato juice
1 c. cooked rice
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. black pepper
2 c. stewed tomatoes
1/2 c. tomato puree
1 c. water
1/2 c. brown sugar
juice of 1 lemon
6 gingersnap cookies (2-inch in diameter)
1/2 c. golden raisins

1
Core cabbage and blanch in a large pot of boiling water until leaves begin to loosen.
2
Soak bread in red wine.
3
Combine ground chuck, onion, celery and egg.
4
Mix in wet bread (bare hands are the best tools for this).
5
Add tomato juice, rice, salt and pepper.
6
Carefully peel off cabbage leaves and roll each around 1 to 2 tablespoons of the meat mixture, tucking in the sides so it holds together.
7
Repeat until all the beef is wrapped.
8
There should be 18 to 20 packets.
9
Chop remaining cabbage leaves and reserve 4 cups.

532

kcal

Calories

Fat

114

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 medium size heads cabbage, 3 slices white bread, 1/3 c. red wine, 1 lb. lean ground chuck, and more.

Yes, Shapiro'S Stuffed Cabbage falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Shapiro'S Stuffed Cabbage

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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