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Slow Cooker Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls

A delightful twist on classic cabbage rolls, this slow cooker recipe combines familiar flavors into a simple, hearty dish that cooks itself.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef You can also use ground turkey or chicken for a leaner version.
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 1 small head green cabbage, chopped Consider cooking longer for softer cabbage.
  • 14 ounce can petite diced tomatoes
  • 6 ounce can tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 teaspoons dried parsley Fresh herbs can elevate the flavor.
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes Add more for extra heat.
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup water

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat until it’s slightly pink. Drain any excess fat.
  2. Add diced onion and seasonings to the skillet; cook until the onions soften.
  3. Transfer the meat mixture to the slow cooker, adding the chopped cabbage on top.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and water. Stir until well mixed.
  5. Pour the sauce over the meat and cabbage in the slow cooker. Mix gently.
Cooking
  1. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours.

Notes

Serve garnished with fresh parsley or a dollop of sour cream. Great with crusty bread to soak up the sauce. Store in the fridge for 4-5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.