Cabbage Rolls

Discover a delicious and comforting Cabbage Rolls recipe made with tender savoy cabbage, lean ground beef, and a rich tomato sauce. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, these rolls are easy to make and full of flavor.

These Cabbage Rolls are a comforting and flavorful dish, perfect for family dinners. Made with tender savoy cabbage leaves, lean ground beef, rice, and a rich tomato-based sauce, this recipe will become a favorite in your home.
Ingredients 

• 1 large savoy cabbage
• 2 pounds lean ground beef
• 2 medium to large onions
• 2 tablespoons canola oil, Bertolli olive oil, or butter
• 1 cup white or brown rice
• 2 cups water
• 3 Eggland’s Best eggs
• 1 1/2 teaspoons Morton salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 2 cans tomato soup
• 2 small bottles of tomato juice or vegetable cocktail (like V8)
• 1 can or small carton chicken broth

Directions for Making Cabbage Rolls
Prepare the Cabbage:

1. Freeze the Cabbage:
   • Place the savoy cabbage in a bag and freeze it for 12 hours or overnight.
   • Remove and let it thaw at room temperature. This softens the leaves, making them easier to work with without boiling.

Prepare the Filling:

1. Cook the Rice:
   • In a small saucepan or microwave-safe dish, cook the rice with 2 cups of water. Set aside to cool. You can prepare the rice the day before and store it in the refrigerator.
2. Sauté the Onions:
   • Finely chop the onions and sauté them in oil or butter over low heat until golden brown. Set aside to cool.
3. Mix the Filling:
   • In a large bowl, break apart the ground beef. Add the salt, pepper, eggs, sautéed onions, and cooled rice. Mix thoroughly with your hands until well combined.

Assemble the Cabbage Rolls:

1. Prepare the Cabbage Leaves:
   • Remove the leaves from the cabbage, cutting away the tough part near the core.
2. Fill and Roll the Cabbage Leaves:
   • Place about 1/3 to 1/2 cup of the meat mixture at the base of each cabbage leaf. The amount may vary depending on the size of the leaf.
   • Roll the leaf tightly around the filling and place it in a greased casserole dish. Repeat until all the meat mixture is used.