Old World Cabbage Rolls Â
A nutritious boost on a classic, comforting dish!Â
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Prep Time: 35 minutesÂ
Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutesÂ
Servings: 24 cabbage rollsÂ
Author: Alizabeth Anderson
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IngredientsÂ
SauceÂ
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2 tablespoons tallow or avocado oilÂ
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1 medium onion finely choppedÂ
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5 cloves garlic mincedÂ
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2 cans of 15-ounce tomato sauceÂ
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2 cans of 14.5-ounce petite diced tomatoesÂ
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2 tablespoon cider vinegarÂ
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4 tablespoons raw honeyÂ
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salt and pepper to tasteÂ
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Cabbage RollsÂ
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1-2 large head of green cabbageÂ
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1 pound ground pork sausageÂ
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1-pound old world ground blendÂ
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1 medium onion finely choppedÂ
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5 cloves garlic mincedÂ
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2 eggsÂ
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1 ½ cup long-grain parboiled white rice or cauliflower riceÂ
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2 tablespoons dried parsleyÂ
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1 teaspoon paprikaÂ
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DirectionsÂ
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Bring a large stock pot of water to boil.  Add the whole head of cabbage and boil for 5 minutes.  Remove to a colander to drain and cool. Â
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Once cooled, cut 1/2 inch off the stem end of the cabbage. Carefully remove 24 leaves and cut the tough rib out of the stem end in the shape of a V. (if the head of cabbage is not large enough, you may need 2)Â
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In a large skillet, heat tallow or oil over medium heat.  Add the onion and cook for 5 minutes, stirring several times.  Reduce heat to low and add garlic. Cook for 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Â
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Add the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, cider vinegar, and honey. Season with salt and pepper to taste.  Simmer for 10 minutes.Â
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Spoon a thin layer of tomato sauce into a large casserole dish.  In a large bowl, mix the ground pork sausage, old world blend, onion, garlic, egg, rice, parsley, and paprika. Â
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Place about 1/3 cup of the meat mixture in the center of the cabbage roll.  Bring in the sides and roll tight.  Place the rolls on the tomato sauce in a single layer in the casserole dish.  Repeat until all the cabbage rolls are made and in the casserole dish.  Top with remaining tomato sauce.Â
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Cover with aluminum foil. Bake in a preheated 350-degree oven for 90-100 minutesÂ
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