Cabbage Roll Bake

Transform your favorite comfort food into a hassle-free weeknight meal with this irresistible Cabbage Roll Bake. This hearty casserole combines the classic flavors of stuffed cabbage rolls—tender blanched cabbage, savory ground beef, fluffy white rice, and rich tomato sauce—layered together and topped with melted mozzarella for the ultimate cozy dinner. Featuring a streamlined, bake-in-the-oven approach, this recipe skips the tedious rolling process while still delivering the traditional taste you love. Perfectly seasoned with garlic, paprika, and oregano, and baked to bubbling perfection, this dish is both satisfying and family-friendly. Serve it straight from the oven for an easy, crowd-pleasing meal that pairs wonderfully with a crisp side salad or rustic bread. This cabbage roll casserole is a must-try for anyone craving a comfort food classic with a time-saving twist!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:85 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 head Green cabbage
• 1 pound Ground beef
• 2 cups Cooked white rice
• 1 medium, diced Yellow onion
• 3 cloves, minced Garlic
• 2 cups Tomato sauce
• 1 cup Crushed tomatoes
• 1 cup Beef broth
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Remove the outer leaves of the cabbage and discard, then carefully separate 8-10 large leaves. Blanch the cabbage leaves in boiling water for 2-3 minutes, just until softened. Remove and set them aside to cool.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned and no longer pink, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess fat if needed.

Step 5

Stir in the cooked rice, 1 cup of tomato sauce, paprika, salt, black pepper, and dried oregano. Mix well and remove from heat.

Step 6

In a separate bowl, combine the remaining 1 cup of tomato sauce, crushed tomatoes, and beef broth. Stir to combine and set aside.

Step 7

Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. Spread a thin layer of the tomato sauce mixture on the bottom of the dish.

Step 8

Arrange 2-3 cabbage leaves to create an even layer on top of the sauce. Spoon half of the beef and rice mixture evenly over the cabbage. Repeat with another layer of cabbage leaves followed by the remaining beef mixture. Top with a final layer of cabbage leaves.

Step 9

Pour the remaining tomato sauce mixture evenly over the top layer, ensuring the cabbage is well-coated.

Step 10

Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil to prevent drying out. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.

Step 11

Remove the foil, sprinkle the mozzarella cheese evenly over the top, and return to the oven. Bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and let cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy your Cabbage Roll Bake!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2358.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2296.4

Total Fat 129.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 50.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.6g
Cholesterol 381.4mg	0%
Sodium 5826.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 158.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.7g	0%
Total Sugars 33.2g
Protein 128.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1177.0mg	0%
Iron 17.3mg	0%
Potassium 2696.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.3%

Protein: 22.3%

Carbs: 27.4%