Sausage And Cornbread Cabbage Rolls

These Sausage and Cornbread Cabbage Rolls offer a comforting twist on traditional stuffed cabbage. Instead of rice or breadcrumbs, the filling uses cornbread stuffing mix for a distinctively American, slightly sweet texture that binds beautifully with bulk pork sausage and fresh chopped apples. The rolls are microwaved for speed, making them a perfect weeknight dinner that doesn't sacrifice flavor. They are served with a quick, glossy sauce made from apple juice, cornstarch, and beef bouillon, adding a rich, savory-sweet finish. This dish is tender, flavorful, and easy to prepare, bringing a hearty, home-style warmth to your table without the long simmering time of classic golabki.

Cuisine: American

Courses: Baked Goods

Difficulty: Advanced

Servings: 2

Calories: 151.6

Dietary: Gluten-free

Description

These Sausage and Cornbread Cabbage Rolls offer a comforting twist on traditional stuffed cabbage. Instead of rice or breadcrumbs, the filling uses cornbread stuffing mix for a distinctively American, slightly sweet texture that binds beautifully with bulk pork sausage and fresh chopped apples. The rolls are microwaved for speed, making them a perfect weeknight dinner that doesn't sacrifice flavor. They are served with a quick, glossy sauce made from apple juice, cornstarch, and beef bouillon, adding a rich, savory-sweet finish. This dish is tender, flavorful, and easy to prepare, bringing a hearty, home-style warmth to your table without the long simmering time of classic golabki.

Ingredients

4 ea Large Cabbage Leaves
1/2 lb Bulk Pork Sausage
1 ea Large Beaten Egg
1 cup Apple Chopped (1 Med)
1/3 cup Cornbread Stuffing Mix
1/2 cup Apple Juice Or Cider
1 teaspoon Cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon Instant Beef Bouillon
1/4 cup Water

Directions

1
Remove the tough center vein from each cabbage leaf, keeping the leaf intact.
2
Place the cabbage leaves in a shallow microwave-safe baking dish.
3
Cover the dish with vented clear plastic wrap.
4
Microwave on high power for 1 to 3 minutes, until the leaves are limp and pliable.
5
In a mixing bowl, combine the beaten egg, 1/2 cup of the chopped apple, cornbread stuffing mix, and 2 tablespoons of apple juice or cider.
6
Add the bulk pork sausage to the bowl and mix thoroughly until well combined.
7
Divide the meat mixture into four equal portions.
8
Place one portion of the meat mixture near the unfolded edge of each cabbage leaf.
9
Fold the sides of the leaf over the filling, then roll up the leaf tightly to enclose the filling.
10
Arrange the rolls seam-side down in the microwave-safe baking dish.
11
Pour 1/4 cup of water over the rolls.
12
Cover the dish again with vented clear plastic wrap.
13
Microwave on high power for 12 to 14 minutes, rotating the dish a half-turn after 7 minutes.
14
While the rolls cook, prepare the sauce: In a 2-cup microwave-safe measure, stir together the remaining 1/2 cup apple juice or cider, cornstarch, and instant beef bouillon.
15
Stir the remaining chopped apple into the sauce mixture.
16
Microwave the sauce uncovered on high power for 2 to 2 1/2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds, until thickened and bubbly.
17
Transfer the cooked cabbage rolls to a serving platter.
18
Spoon the warm apple sauce over the cabbage rolls and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2

Amount Per Serving
Calories 151.6kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3.6g6%
Saturated Fat 0.9g5%
Cholesterol 93.2mg32%
Sodium 147.9mg7%
Total Carbohydrate 25.1g9%
Dietary Fiber 4.5g18%
Sugars 11.2g
Protein 6.5g13%

* 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: savory, comfort food, microwave, quick dinner, pork sausage, cabbage rolls, cornbread, apple sauce, easy, weeknight meal, stuffed cabbage, american cuisine

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