Stuffed Cabbage Rolls

Stuffed cabbage rolls, also known as cabbage rolls or golabki, are a hearty and comforting dish made with cabbage leaves wrapped around a savory filling of meat, rice, and spices. They’re baked in a tangy tomato sauce, which melds all the flavors together. This recipe provides a step-by-step guide to making these delicious rolls from scratch.

Ingredients

For the Cabbage Rolls:

• 1 large head of cabbage
• 1 pound ground beef (or a mix of beef and pork)
• 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

For the Sauce:

• 2 cups tomato sauce
• 1 cup crushed tomatoes
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice (or vinegar)
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

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