Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls
This incredibly comforting, one-skillet Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls recipe delivers all the classic flavors of traditional stuffed cabbage without any of the tedious rolling! Hearty ground beef and tender cabbage are simmered in a rich, savory tomato sauce for the ultimate easy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds lean ground beef
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 2 tsp garlic minced
- 15 ounces tomato sauce
- 2 cans 14.5 oz each diced tomatoes (undrained)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 4 to 5 cups cabbage chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook Beef & Onion: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add in the ground beef and the chopped onion. Sauté the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula, until it is completely browned and cooked through. (Drain any excess grease if necessary).
- Add Veggies & Seasonings: Reduce the heat to medium. Add in the minced garlic, the undrained diced tomatoes, the tomato sauce, the chopped cabbage, the Italian seasoning, and salt and pepper to taste. Stir everything together gently until well combined and the cabbage is coated in the sauce.
- Simmer: Reduce the heat to low to maintain a gentle simmer. Cover the skillet tightly with a lid, and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the cabbage has softened to your desired tenderness.
- Garnish & Serve: Remove the skillet from the heat. Garnish the top with fresh chopped parsley, and serve hot!
Notes
For the deepest flavor development, let the finished dish rest off the heat, covered, for exactly 5 minutes before serving. This brief resting period allows the piping-hot tomato sauce to thicken slightly and cling perfectly to every piece of beef and cabbage!
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