Slovak Stuffed Cabbage for American Taste

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 head green cabbage (3-4 pounds)
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 pound ground pork
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 carrot, chopped
• 1 celery stalk, chopped
• 2 cups cooked rice
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
• 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Preparation Time:

• 30 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 2 hours

Difficulty Level:

• 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Remove the core from the cabbage and carefully separate the leaves. Blanch the leaves in boiling water for 2-3 minutes, or until they are tender and pliable.
2. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef and pork over medium heat. Add the onion, carrot, and celery and cook until softened. Stir in the rice, egg, milk, and half of the tomato sauce.
3. Place about 1/4 cup of the filling in the center of each cabbage leaf. Fold the sides of the leaf over the filling and roll it up tightly.
4. Place the cabbage rolls in a large Dutch oven or slow cooker. Pour the remaining tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, beef broth, paprika, salt, and pepper over the rolls.
5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 2 hours, or until the cabbage is tender.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 350 per serving
• Fat: 15 grams
• Protein: 25 grams
• Carbohydrates: 30 grams
• Fiber: 5 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Hearty and comforting dish
• Rich and flavorful filling
• Tender and pliable cabbage leaves
• Perfect for a cold winter evening

User Comments:

• "This dish was absolutely delicious! The filling was perfectly seasoned and the cabbage was tender and juicy." - Sarah
• "I'm not usually a big fan of stuffed cabbage, but this recipe blew me away. It was so flavorful and satisfying." - John
• "I made this dish for a crowd and it was a hit! Everyone raved about the rich and complex flavors." - Mary

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Handle the cabbage leaves carefully to avoid tearing them.
• Do not overcook the cabbage, as it will become tough.
• If you don't have a Dutch oven or slow cooker, you can also bake the stuffed cabbage in a casserole dish at 350 degrees F for 1 hour, or until the cabbage is tender.