Ingredients and Weight:
- Ground beef: 1 pound
- Ground pork: 1/2 pound
- Onion, chopped: 1/2 cup
- Carrot, chopped: 1/2 cup
- Celery, chopped: 1/4 cup
- Cooked rice: 1/2 cup
- Bread crumbs: 1/4 cup
- Egg, beaten: 1
- Worcestershire sauce: 2 tablespoons
- Dried thyme: 1 teaspoon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cabbage leaves: 16 large leaves
Preparation Time:
1 hour
Cooking Time:
1 hour 30 minutes
Difficulty Level:
3/5
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, pork, onion, carrot, celery, rice, bread crumbs, egg, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Carefully remove the outer leaves from the cabbage. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and blanch the leaves for 2-3 minutes, or until they are pliable.
- Spread a thin layer of the meat mixture over each cabbage leaf. Roll up the leaves tightly, starting from the bottom and tucking in the sides. Secure with toothpicks.
- Place the cabbage rolls seam-side down in a large baking dish. Add enough water to cover the bottom of the dish.
- Cover and bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 1 hour 30 minutes, or until the cabbage rolls are cooked through.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 300 per roll
- Protein: 25 grams
- Carbohydrates: 30 grams
- Fat: 15 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Savory and comforting
- Tender cabbage and flavorful meat filling
- Perfect for a special occasion or a hearty weeknight meal
User Comments:
- "These cabbage rolls were absolutely delicious! The meat filling was juicy and flavorful, and the cabbage leaves were perfectly cooked."
- "I loved the combination of beef and pork in the filling. It made the rolls extra rich and satisfying."
- "I served these cabbage rolls with mashed potatoes and gravy, and they were a hit with my family."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Choose large, firm cabbage leaves for the rolls.
- Blanching the cabbage leaves helps to soften them and make them pliable.
- If you are short on time, you can use ground turkey instead of ground beef and pork.
- Cabbage rolls can be made ahead of time and reheated when ready to serve.
