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Slow Cooker Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls

A simple and satisfying dish that captures all the great flavors of traditional cabbage rolls without the hassle of rolling each one. Perfect for busy days and deliciously comforting.
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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: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the filling
  • 1 pound ground beef You can substitute with ground turkey or chicken.
  • 1 yellow onion diced onion Diced for sautéing.
  • 1 small head green cabbage Chopped into bite-size pieces.
For the sauce
  • 14 ounces petite diced tomatoes Canned for convenience.
  • 6 ounces tomato paste Adds thickness to the sauce.
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce For added flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme Herb for flavor.
  • 2 teaspoons dried parsley Herb for flavor.
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes Adjust for spice level.
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt For seasoning.
  • 1/2 cup water To loosen the sauce.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat for about 5-7 minutes until browned. Drain any excess fat.
  2. Add diced onion, dried thyme, dried parsley, kosher salt, and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Cook until onions soften, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Transfer the beef and onion mixture to the slow cooker.
  4. Add chopped green cabbage to the slow cooker.
  5. In a mixing bowl, combine diced tomatoes, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and water. Stir until well-combined.
  6. Pour the sauce over the meat and cabbage in the slow cooker, mixing gently to coat.
  7. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours.

Notes

Serve with bread or a dollop of sour cream. Refrigerate leftovers for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.