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Slow Cooker Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls: Enjoy a Hearty Meal!

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

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A delicious and hearty meal featuring unstuffed cabbage rolls cooked in a slow cooker, perfect for a comforting dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 large head of cabbage
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme

Instructions

  1. Remove the core from the cabbage and chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, cooked rice, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme.
  3. In the slow cooker, layer half of the chopped cabbage leaves at the bottom.
  4. Spread half of the meat mixture over the cabbage layer.
  5. Pour half of the tomato sauce and diced tomatoes over the meat mixture.
  6. Repeat the layers with the remaining cabbage, meat mixture, and tomato sauce.
  7. Drizzle Worcestershire sauce and sprinkle brown sugar on top.
  8. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the meat is cooked through and the cabbage is tender.

Notes

  • Feel free to substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
  • Serve with crusty bread for a complete meal.
  • This dish can be frozen for later use.

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