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Lazy Cabbage Rolls in Tomato Sauce

Skip the rolling—shred the cabbage, layer it with seasoned beef and rice, then braise in tomato sauce. The same Polish comfort-food flavors in one skillet, ready in under 30 minutes.

Total time
28 min
Servings
4
Calories
345
Protein
22g
Lazy Cabbage Rolls in Tomato Sauce
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Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 small head (about 6 cups) green cabbage, shredded
  • 1 cup cooked white rice
  • 1 can (28 oz) canned crushed tomatoes
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • ½ cup beef broth
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Cook ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon, until no pink remains, about 5 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add diced onion and cook until softened, about 2 minutes. Stir in tomato paste, then crushed tomatoes and broth.

  3. 3

    Stir in shredded cabbage and cooked rice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

  4. 4

    Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cabbage is very tender.

  5. 5

    Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot in bowls or plates.

Tools you’ll need

  • large skillet (12-inch)
  • wooden spoon
  • lid or foil for skillet

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