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Baked cabbage rolls with melted cheese served on a plate

Cheesy Baked Cabbage Rolls

Cheesy Baked Cabbage Rolls are a delicious and comforting dish made with fresh cabbage, savory meat, and gooey cheese, ideal for family dinners and potlucks.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cabbage and Filling
  • 1 large head cabbage Choose one with large, firm leaves.
  • 1 cup cooked rice Use any variety of rice.
  • 1 cup shredded cheese Cheddar or mozzarella works well.
  • 1 pound ground meat Can use beef, turkey, or chicken.
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can tomato sauce 15 oz can.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning Adjust according to taste.
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Olive oil For drizzling.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Carefully remove cabbage leaves and blanch them in boiling water for 2-3 minutes until tender.
  3. In a skillet, sauté onion and garlic in olive oil until softened.
  4. In a bowl, combine cooked rice, ground meat, sautéed onion and garlic, cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  5. Place a portion of the filling in each cabbage leaf, roll up, and tuck in sides.
  6. Place rolls seam-side down in a baking dish.
  7. Pour tomato sauce over the rolls and cover with foil.
Cooking
  1. Bake for 30-40 minutes until the meat is cooked through.
  2. Remove foil for the last 10 minutes for a cheesy top.
Serving
  1. Serve warm, optionally topped with extra cheese or fresh herbs.

Notes

You can store leftover rolls in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days or freeze them for up to 3 months. Double the recipe to save some for later!