Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 unit

Cabbage

cored

1 lb

Lean ground beef

0.5 cup

Cooked white rice

1 unit

Egg

0.25 cup

Diced onion

diced

0.5 tsp

Seasoned Salt

0.5 tsp

Pepper

0.25 tsp

Dried thyme

dried

0.5 tsp

Garlic powder

2 can

Tomato soup

1 can

Diced tomatoes

undrained

Step 1
~30 min

Remove the core from the cabbage head.

Step 2
~30 min

Remove and discard outer cabbage leaves.

Step 3
~30 min

Boil a large pot of water.

Step 4
~30 min

Add the cabbage head to the boiling water.

Step 5
~30 min

Peel off cabbage leaves one by one as they loosen.

Step 6
~30 min

Set aside about 8 leaves.

Step 7
~30 min

Mix ground beef, cooked rice, egg, diced onion, seasoned salt, pepper, dried thyme, and garlic powder in a bowl.

Step 8
~30 min

Place meat mixture in the center of each cabbage leaf.

Step 9
~30 min

Roll the leaf once, then tuck in the left and right sides.

Step 10
~30 min

Continue rolling and tucking tightly.

Key Technique: Rolling
Step 11
~30 min

Spray the crockpot with non-stick cooking spray.

Step 12
~30 min

Place cabbage rolls seam side down in the crockpot.

Step 13
~30 min

Pour tomato soup and diced tomatoes over the rolls.

Step 14
~30 min

Season with additional garlic powder, seasoned salt, and pepper.

Step 15
~30 min

Cook on low for 8 hours or until tender.

Step 16
~30 min

Serve with mashed potatoes and tomato gravy.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a bay leaf to the crockpot for extra flavor.

For a sweeter flavor, add a tablespoon of brown sugar to the soup mixture.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Cabbage rolls can be assembled and refrigerated a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with mashed potatoes or crusty bread.

Add a dollop of sour cream.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mashed Potatoes
Sour Cream
Crusty Bread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Eastern Europe

Cultural Significance

A traditional dish enjoyed in many Eastern European countries.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Easter

Occasion Tags

family dinner
weeknight meal
potluck

Popularity Score

70/100

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