Polish Stuffed Cabbage for American Taste

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 head of green cabbage (about 2 pounds)
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 pound ground pork
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 1 cup chopped carrots
• 1/2 cup chopped celery
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 1 cup cooked white rice
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 32 ounces tomato sauce
• 1/4 cup sour cream (optional)

Preparation Time:

• 45 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 2-3 hours

Difficulty Level:

• 3

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Prepare the cabbage: Remove the core from the cabbage and blanch the leaves in boiling water for 3-5 minutes, or until softened. Drain and set aside.
2. Make the filling: In a large skillet, brown the ground beef and pork over medium heat. Drain off any excess fat. Add the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic and sauté until softened. Stir in the rice, parsley, thyme, salt, and pepper.
3. Stuff the cabbage: Place a spoonful of filling on the wider end of each cabbage leaf. Roll up the leaf and secure with toothpicks.
4. Simmer the cabbage: Place the stuffed cabbage rolls in a large Dutch oven or baking dish. Pour the tomato sauce over the rolls and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 2-3 hours, or until the cabbage is tender.
5. Serve: Before serving, top the cabbage rolls with sour cream, if desired.

Nutritional Information:

• Serving size: 1 cabbage roll
• Calories: 350
• Fat: 15g (4.5g saturated)
• Carbohydrates: 35g (10g sugar)
• Protein: 25g

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory, comforting, and flavorful
• A traditional Polish dish with American touches
• Perfect for a family meal or special occasion

User Comments:

• "This dish was amazing! The filling was perfectly seasoned, and the cabbage was tender and flavorful."
• "The sour cream added a nice tangy touch that balanced the richness of the meat."
• "I love how this dish combines classic Polish flavors with American ingredients."
• "This is a must-try for anyone looking for a satisfying and hearty meal."
• "The stuffed cabbage was juicy, flavorful, and cooked to perfection."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If the cabbage leaves are too thick, use a sharp knife to cut out the thickest part of the veins.
• Don't overfill the cabbage rolls, or they will burst during cooking.
• You can use any type of cooked rice you like, such as brown rice or basmati rice.
• If you don't have time to make your own tomato sauce, you can use a store-bought sauce. Just adjust the seasonings to your taste.