Stuffed Cabbage Rolls Recipe

Name: Stuffed Cabbage Rolls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce, divided; 2 medium potatoes, cubed; 2 large onions, cubed; 2 eggs; 3 cloves garlic; 2 teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon pepper; 2 1/2 pounds ground chuck; 3 large heads of cabbage; 2 (14 1/2-ounce) cans whole tomatoes, undrained; 1 (28-ounce) jar apple butter; 1/2 cup lemon juice; 2 large onions, chopped; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1 tablespoon firmly packed brown sugar; 2 teaspoons salt

Servings: persons

1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce, divided
2 medium potatoes, cubed
2 large onions, cubed
2 eggs
3 cloves garlic
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon pepper
2 1/2 pounds ground chuck
3 large heads of cabbage
2 (14 1/2-ounce) cans whole tomatoes, undrained
1 (28-ounce) jar apple butter
1/2 cup lemon juice
2 large onions, chopped
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon firmly packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons salt

1
Combine 3 tablespoons tomato sauce, potatoes, cubed onion, eggs, garlic, salt, and pepper in container of an electric blender. Process until well blended. Combine tomato mixture and meat in a large mixing bowl; mix well. Set aside.
2
Core cabbage, and set aside. Place heads in hot water to cover until leaves are easily separated. Remove leaves. Cook leaves in boiling salted water 5 to 8 minutes or until just tender; drain. Place about 1/4 cup meat mixture in center of each cabbage leaf; fold ends over, and tie with string. Shred remaining cabbage; place in bottom of a large Dutch oven. Place cabbage rolls on shredded cabbage.
3
Combine remaining ingredients; mix well. Pour over cabbage rolls. Cover; simmer 2 hours. Remove rolls; serve with sauce.

376

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* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce, divided, 2 medium potatoes, cubed, 2 large onions, cubed, 2 eggs, and more.

Yes, Stuffed Cabbage Rolls 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.

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Stuffed Cabbage Rolls

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