Slow Cooked Beef Bread

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Servings: 6 servings Difficulty: Advanced
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Savory beef and rice stuffed cabbage rolls simmered in a sweet-tangy tomato sauce
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This hearty “beef bread” dish features tender cabbage leaves stuffed with a savory mixture of ground beef, rice, and fresh vegetables. Simmered for hours in a slow cooker, the rolls absorb a rich, sweet-tangy sauce made from tomato sauce, brown sugar, and cider vinegar. The result is a comforting, protein-packed meal with a perfect balance of textures and flavors. Ideal for family dinners or meal prep, this international-style dish offers a warm, home-cooked satisfaction that pairs beautifully with simple sides. Its a comforting twist on traditional stuffed cabbage that is easy to make and deeply satisfying.

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Slow Cooked Beef Bread

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 6 servings Calories: 315.9

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This hearty "beef bread" dish features tender cabbage leaves stuffed with a savory mixture of ground beef, rice, and fresh vegetables. Simmered for hours in a slow cooker, the rolls absorb a rich, sweet-tangy sauce made from tomato sauce, brown sugar, and cider vinegar. The result is a comforting, protein-packed meal with a perfect balance of textures and flavors. Ideal for family dinners or meal prep, this international-style dish offers a warm, home-cooked satisfaction that pairs beautifully with simple sides. Its a comforting twist on traditional stuffed cabbage that is easy to make and deeply satisfying.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
  2. Place the whole green cabbage in the boiling water and blanch for 5 to 10 minutes until the outer leaves are loose and pliable.
  3. Remove the cabbage from the water and let it cool enough to handle.
  4. Carefully peel off 10 large, intact outer leaves, setting them aside for rolling.
  5. Chop the remaining cabbage core and inner leaves finely.
  6. Place the chopped cabbage in the bottom of a slow cooker to create a bed for the rolls.
  7. In a large bowl, combine the browned ground beef, uncooked rice, beaten egg, minced onion, minced carrot, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  8. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the cider vinegar, brown sugar, and canned tomato sauce until smooth.
  9. Lay a cabbage leaf flat on a work surface, shiny side down.
  10. Place 2 to 4 tablespoons of the beef mixture in the center of the leaf.
  11. Fold the sides of the leaf over the filling, then roll up tightly from the stem end to form a compact roll.
  12. Secure each roll with a toothpick if necessary to keep it closed during cooking.
  13. Place the rolls seam-side down in the slow cooker on top of the chopped cabbage bed.
  14. Pour the tomato sauce mixture evenly over the cabbage rolls.
  15. Cover the slow cooker and cook on Low for 8 to 10 hours until the cabbage is tender and the rice is cooked through.
  16. Remove toothpicks before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 315.9kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12.5g20%
Saturated Fat 4.9g25%
Cholesterol 90.1mg31%
Sodium 3523.7mg147%
Total Carbohydrate 27.5g10%
Dietary Fiber 1.6g7%
Sugars 22.3g
Protein 21.9g44%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: beef, stuffed cabbage, slow cooker, cabbage rolls, ground beef, rice, tomato sauce, comfort food, international, hearty, protein, home style, crockpot, vegetables, dinner, meal prep, savory, tangy, filling, easy
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