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Lazy Cabbage Roll Casserole

Lazy Cabbage Roll Casserole: Comfort in Every Savory Bite

Discover the comforting flavors of Lazy Cabbage Roll Casserole, a simplified dish perfect for busy nights.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 3 tablespoons Avocado Oil for greasing the casserole dish
  • 2 pounds Ground Beef 80/20 mix for best flavor and juiciness
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Hungarian Paprika adds warmth and depth
  • 1 can Tomato Sauce 29 ounces
  • 3.5 cups Beef Broth or vegetable broth for a lighter option
  • 3.5 pounds Green Cabbage chopped
  • 1 cup Yellow Onion diced
  • 1 cup Long Grain White Rice uncooked

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch casserole dish
  • large skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step‑By‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and grease a 9'x13' casserole dish with avocado oil.
  2. In a large skillet, brown 2 pounds of ground beef with salt, black pepper, and Hungarian paprika for 8-10 minutes.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine a 29-ounce can of tomato sauce with 3.5 cups of beef broth, then mix in the chopped cabbage, diced onion, and 1 cup of uncooked long-grain white rice.
  4. Transfer the mixture to the greased casserole dish and cover tightly with aluminum foil.
  5. Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 1 hour, then stir and check seasoning.
  6. Remove foil and continue baking uncovered for an additional 30 minutes.
  7. Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Perfect for meal prep; leftovers can be stored in the fridge for 3-4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

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