German Cabbage Rolls
Description
These German-style cabbage rolls offer a comforting blend of savory and sweet flavors, perfect for a cozy family dinner. The tender cabbage leaves are wrapped around a seasoned mixture and simmered in a rich sauce made from tomatoes, brown sugar, and lemon juice. This dish delivers a satisfying texture with aromatic spices like allspice and celery salt. Ideal for weeknight meals or potlucks, its a versatile recipe that brings traditional European comfort food to your table. Simple to prepare with pantry staples, these rolls are sure to become a household favorite.Ingredients
Directions
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In a saucepan, combine the tomatoes, tomato sauce, brown sugar, lemon juice, chopped onion, bay leaf, celery salt, allspice, pepper, and water.
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Bring the sauce mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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While the sauce simmers, bring a large pot of water to a boil.
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Blanch the head of cabbage in the boiling water for 3 minutes to soften the leaves.
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Remove the cabbage and peel off 16 large leaves. If leaves are stuck, dip the cabbage back in hot water briefly.
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In a large bowl, mix the ground beef, cooked white rice, finely chopped onion, parsley, salt, and pepper until well combined.
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Press the meat mixture firmly into the bowl to create an even layer.
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Cut the pressed meat mixture into 16 equal portions, similar to cutting a pie.
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Place one portion of the meat mixture onto the center of a cabbage leaf.
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Fold the sides of the cabbage leaf over the filling and roll up tightly. If the core of the leaf is too stiff, cut a small "V" out of the base to allow folding.
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Place the rolled cabbage seam-side down in a baking dish. Repeat with remaining leaves and filling.
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Pour the prepared sauce evenly over all the cabbage rolls.
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Top with crushed gingersnap crumbs (about 12-14 cookies worth).
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Cover the dish and bake at 350F (175C) for 1 hour.
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Remove the cover for the last 30 minutes of baking to allow the tops to brown slightly.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 16
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 144.9kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 2.2g4%
- Saturated Fat 0.4g2%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 133.7mg6%
- Total Carbohydrate 35.2g12%
- Dietary Fiber 7.7g31%
- Sugars 13.7g
- Protein 2.8g6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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