Ingredients and Weight:
- Cabbage - 1 medium head (about 1.5-2 pounds)
- Italian Sausage - 1 pound
- Ground beef - 1 pound
- Onion - 1 large, chopped
- Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
- Tomato sauce - 1 jar (about 2 cups)
- Salt and pepper - to taste
- Cheddar cheese or mozzarella - optional, for topping
Preparation Time: 2 hours (including preparation and cooking time)
Cooking Time: 1 hour
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Boil the cabbage in salted water until leaves are tender and easy to handle, about 10-15 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine the Italian sausage, ground beef, chopped onion, and minced garlic. Season with salt and pepper. Mix well.
- Take each cabbage leaf, stuff it with the sausage mixture, and roll it up tightly. Place the rolls in a baking dish.
- Spoon tomato sauce over the cabbage rolls and top with cheese if desired.
- Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for about 45 minutes, or until the rolls are cooked through and the sauce is bubbling.
- Remove from the oven and let stand for a few minutes before serving.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 total servings)
Calories: Approx. 400-500 (depending on the amount of cheese used)
Fat: 25-30g
Carbohydrates: 20-30g
Protein: 25-30g
Dish Characteristics:
- A combination of Italian flavors with a hearty sausage filling and tomato sauce.
- Cabbage rolls are a traditional dish that can be made even more delicious with this creative stuffing.
- Great for a family meal or special occasion.
User Comments:
- "These cabbage rolls were a hit with my family! The combination of flavors was perfect."
- "I added some chopped bell peppers to the sausage mixture for extra flavor and it was delicious."
- "I used spicy Italian sausage for a kick of heat and it was really good."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use fresh ingredients for best results.
- Adjust seasoning according to preference.
- If using cheese, remember it is optional and can be left out if desired.
- For easier handling, you can soak the cabbage leaves in cold water for a few minutes after boiling to make them even more flexible.
