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Slow Cooker Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls: A Hearty and Flavorful Dinner Delight

Hearty Slow Cooker Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls for Busy Nights

Slow Cooker Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls: A Hearty and Flavorful Dinner Delight perfect for busy weeknights.
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Course: Comfort Food
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy Recipe, family-friendly, Hearty Dinner, slow cooker, Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls, Weeknight Meal
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 8 hours
Total Time: 8 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 350kcal

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Ingredients

For the Filling

  • 1 pound Ground Beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
  • 1 head Cabbage Green or savoy, feel free to use any variety.
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped; consider using shallots for different flavor.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced; use garlic powder if fresh is unavailable.

For the Sauce

  • 15 ounces Tomato Sauce Can substitute with diced tomatoes or homemade sauce.
  • 1 cup Rice Uncooked; try quinoa for a gluten-free version.

For Seasoning

  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
  • 2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning Adjust seasoning to taste.

Instructions

How to Make Slow Cooker Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls

  • Prepare the Slow Cooker: Lightly grease your slow cooker with a bit of cooking spray.
  • Brown the Ground Beef: In a skillet, cook the ground beef until well-browned. Drain any excess fat.
  • Combine Ingredients: In the slow cooker, combine the browned beef, shredded cabbage, tomato sauce, chopped onion, minced garlic, and uncooked rice. Stir until evenly mixed.
  • Season: Sprinkle in salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Stir to coat the ingredients.
  • Cook: Cover the slow cooker and set it to low. Let it cook for 6-8 hours.
  • Serve: Once cooked, gently stir the mixture and serve warm. Optional: garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

Feel free to mix things up by adding favorite spices or substituting proteins.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 80mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 750mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 3mg