Mom’s Gwumkies (Stuffed Cabbage)

These traditional gwumkies offer a comforting, hearty meal perfect for family dinners. The filling combines ground veal, pork, and beef with seasoned rice, creating a rich and satisfying texture that complements the tender cabbage leaves. Slow-baked in a savory tomato sauce, the rolls develop deep flavors while staying moist and flavorful. This dish is ideal for cold evenings or when you crave homemade comfort food. Serve with crusty bread or mashed potatoes for a complete, satisfying experience that brings warmth to the table.

Cooking Method: Baking, Boiling, Roasting

Cuisine: Global

Courses: Main Courses

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 6

Calories: 1127.2

Dietary: Gluten-free

Description

These traditional gwumkies offer a comforting, hearty meal perfect for family dinners. The filling combines ground veal, pork, and beef with seasoned rice, creating a rich and satisfying texture that complements the tender cabbage leaves. Slow-baked in a savory tomato sauce, the rolls develop deep flavors while staying moist and flavorful. This dish is ideal for cold evenings or when you crave homemade comfort food. Serve with crusty bread or mashed potatoes for a complete, satisfying experience that brings warmth to the table.

Ingredients

2 ea Medium onions, chopped fine
2 ea Eggs
1/2 pound Ground veal
1 pound Ground pork
2 pound Ground beef
1 cup Rice, cooked
2 ea Cabbages

Directions

1
Remove outer leaves from cabbages and cut out the core.
2
Place whole cabbages in a large pot of water and boil for 20 minutes until leaves are tender.
3
Drain cabbages and carefully separate the leaves.
4
In a large bowl, combine ground veal, ground pork, ground beef, chopped onions, eggs, and cooked rice.
5
Season the meat mixture with salt and pepper to taste and mix thoroughly.
6
Place about 1/4 cup of the meat mixture onto each cabbage leaf.
7
Fold the sides of the leaf over the filling and roll up tightly.
8
Arrange the rolls seam-side down in a large roasting pan.
9
Cover the rolls completely with smaller cabbage leaves or bacon strips.
10
Pour tomato sauce over the rolls and add 1 1/2 to 2 cups of water.
11
Cover the pan and bake at 350 degrees F (177&# 194;Â°C) for 1 to 1 1/2 hours.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1127.2kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 59.1g91%
Saturated Fat 22.3g112%
Cholesterol 500.3mg167%
Sodium 346.6mg15%
Total Carbohydrate 24.9g9%
Dietary Fiber 2.3g10%
Sugars 4.2g
Protein 114.3g229%

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

Note

Serve with baked potatoes, potato salad, or squash for a complete meal.

Ensure cabbage leaves are tender enough to roll without tearing; boiling time may vary depending on cabbage size.

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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