Recipe for Stuffed Cabbage Rolls
Ingredients:
12 cabbage leaves
1 pound ground beef
1/2 cup cooked rice
1 onion, finely chopped
1 egg
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon thyme
For the Sauce:
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 tablespoons brown sugar
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
Prepare the Cabbage:
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Blanch the cabbage leaves for about 2 minutes or until just softened. Drain and set aside to cool.
Make the Filling:
In a bowl, combine the ground beef, cooked rice, onion, egg, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and thyme. Mix until well blended.
Assemble the Rolls:
Take each cabbage leaf and trim the thick vein from the bottom to make it easier to roll.
Place a suitable amount of filling (about 2-3 tablespoons) on the bottom of each leaf, fold in the sides, and roll up tightly to enclose the filling.
Prepare the Sauce:
In a saucepan, combine the tomato sauce, tomato paste, brown sugar, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for a few minutes until the sauce is heated through and slightly thickened.
Cook the Cabbage Rolls:
Place the rolls seam side down in a baking dish.
Pour the sauce over the cabbage rolls, ensuring they are well-covered.
Cover with aluminum foil and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 1 hour, or until the meat is cooked through.
Serve:
Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve hot.
These cabbage rolls are a satisfying meal that combines tender cabbage with a hearty meat filling, all topped with a deliciously tangy tomato sauce.
Enjoy this traditional dish that warms the heart and fills the belly! If you have any more requests or need further recipes, feel free to ask.