Description

This Crockpot Cabbage Roll Casserole is the kind of cozy, hearty dinner that makes weeknights feel easy and satisfying. It has all the classic stuffed cabbage roll flavors I love—tender cabbage, seasoned ground beef, rich tomato sauce, and fluffy rice—without the extra work of rolling anything. It is a great easy dinner, family meal, comfort food favorite, and make-ahead crockpot recipe for anyone looking for simple dinner ideas, slow cooker meals, budget-friendly food ideas, and a satisfying homemade recipe.

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef

1 small onion, diced

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 medium head green cabbage, chopped

1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes

1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce

2 cups beef broth

3/4 cup uncooked long-grain rice

2 tablespoons brown sugar

1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

1 1/2 teaspoons salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

1. Brown the ground beef and diced onion in a skillet over medium heat until the beef is fully cooked and the onion is soft. Drain excess grease.

2. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

3. Add the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.

4. Place the chopped cabbage in the crockpot.

5. Pour the beef and tomato mixture over the cabbage.

6. Add the uncooked rice and gently stir everything together.

7. Cover and cook on low for 5 to 6 hours, until the cabbage is tender and the rice is cooked through.

8. Let the casserole rest uncovered for 10 minutes before serving.

9. Top with chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese before serving.

Notes

If the casserole looks a little thick after cooking, stir in a splash of warm beef broth before serving.

For the best texture, use long-grain rice and avoid instant rice, which can turn too soft in the slow cooker.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours
Category: Dinner
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 342
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 1085mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0.5g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 23g
Cholesterol: 52mg

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