Baked Stuffed Cabbage Rolls with Beef and Sweet Tomato Sauce
Description
These baked stuffed cabbage rolls are a comforting classic made with tender green cabbage leaves wrapped around a juicy ground beef and rice filling, then slowly baked in a lightly sweet tomato sauce. Perfect for family dinners or make-ahead meals, this recipe delivers rich flavor, soft texture, and satisfying portions while using simple pantry-friendly ingredients.
Ingredients
Cabbage
- 1 medium green cabbage core removed
Beef Filling
- 1 kg ground beef medium fat
- 1 medium onion finely diced
- 1 medium carrot grated
- 100 g rice half-cooked
- 2 cloves garlic minced
Tomato Sauce
- 100 ml tomato passata
- 100 ml beef broth
Instructions
Prepare the Cabbage
- Blanch the cored cabbage until leaves soften, then separate and trim veins.
Make the Filling
- Sauté vegetables and mix with beef, rice, herbs, and spices.
Assemble and Bake
- Roll the filling in cabbage leaves, cover with sauce, and bake until tender.
Notes
- These cabbage rolls taste even better the next day after reheating.
- Do not overmix the filling to keep the texture tender and juicy.