Lamb and Rice Stuffed Cabbage Rolls

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 large head of green cabbage (about 3 pounds)
• 1 pound ground lamb
• 1 cup cooked brown rice
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 carrot, chopped
• 1 celery stalk, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 cup dry red wine (optional)
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation Time:

30 minutes

Cooking Time:

1 hour 30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Core the cabbage and remove the outer leaves. Blanch the leaves in boiling water for 2-3 minutes, or until softened. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large bowl, combine the ground lamb, rice, onion, carrot, celery, garlic, tomato paste, beef broth, red wine (if using), oregano, and thyme. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Place a heaping spoonful of the filling in the center of each cabbage leaf. Fold the sides over the filling and roll up tightly.
4. Place the cabbage rolls in a baking dish, seam-side down. Pour any remaining filling over the rolls.
5. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 1 hour 30 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender and the filling is cooked through.

Nutritional Information:

One serving (1 cabbage roll) contains approximately:

• Calories: 250
• Fat: 12g
• Protein: 18g
• Carbohydrates: 20g

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and comforting
• Tender and juicy cabbage leaves
• Flavorful lamb and rice filling
• Perfect for a hearty meal or special occasion

User Comments:

• "These cabbage rolls are absolutely delicious! The lamb filling is so flavorful and the cabbage is cooked to perfection."
• "I love the combination of lamb and rice in these rolls. They're so satisfying and I can't get enough of them."
• "I made these cabbage rolls for a dinner party and they were a huge hit. Everyone raved about them."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have ground lamb, you can use ground beef or pork instead.
• Be careful when blanching the cabbage leaves, as they can tear easily.
• If the cabbage rolls start to dry out during baking, add a little more beef broth to the pan.
• Serve the cabbage rolls with a side of sour cream or marinara sauce.