Description
A comforting slow cooker casserole inspired by traditional cabbage rolls, made with ground meat, rice, tender cabbage, and a rich tomato base.
Ingredients
- 1 large head cabbage, chopped
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 cup uncooked rice
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Brown ground meat in a skillet over medium heat; season lightly with salt and pepper and drain excess fat.
- Lightly grease the crockpot. Add half of the chopped cabbage to the bottom.
- Layer half of the cooked meat, onion, garlic, and uncooked rice over the cabbage.
- Pour in half of the crushed tomatoes and tomato sauce; sprinkle with oregano and basil.
- Repeat layers with remaining ingredients and drizzle Worcestershire sauce over the top.
- Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours, until rice is tender.
- Add cheese during the last 15–20 minutes of cooking if using.
Notes
- Chop cabbage into even pieces for consistent cooking
- Keep rice fully covered with liquid for best texture
- Stir gently near the end if rice needs extra moisture
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours