New Fashioned Cabbage Rolls in Cranberry Sauce

Reinvent a classic comfort dish with these New Fashioned Cabbage Rolls in Cranberry Sauce. Tender green cabbage leaves envelope a savory blend of seasoned ground pork, beef, and fluffy white rice, all elevated by the subtle sweetness of dried thyme. What sets this recipe apart is its tantalizing cranberry-tomato sauce, a luscious combination of jellied cranberry sauce, tomato sauce, brown sugar, and a splash of apple cider vinegar for just the right amount of tangy-sweet balance. Baked to perfection, this hearty dish is perfect for cozy family dinners or entertaining guests with an unexpected twist. With melt-in-your-mouth textures and a sauce that doubles as a stunning garnish, these cabbage rolls are a satisfying symphony of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors. Perfect for autumn gatherings or holiday-inspired meals, this recipe delivers a nostalgic feel with a modern, flavorful upgrade.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:120 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 head Green cabbage
• 1 pound Ground pork
• 0.5 pound Ground beef
• 1.5 cups Cooked white rice
• 1 medium Onion, finely diced
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 Egg
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 can (14 ounces) Cranberry sauce (jellied or whole)
• 1 cup Tomato sauce
• 0.5 cup Chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Carefully remove 12 large leaves from the cabbage head and blanch them in boiling water for 2-3 minutes until softened. Set aside to cool.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground pork, ground beef, cooked rice, diced onion, minced garlic, egg, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.

Step 4

Trim the thick stem on the back of each cabbage leaf to make rolling easier.

Step 5

Take one cabbage leaf, place about 2-3 tablespoons of the meat mixture in the center, fold the sides in, and roll it up tightly. Repeat with all the leaves and filling.

Step 6

In a medium saucepan, combine cranberry sauce, tomato sauce, chicken broth, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar. Heat over medium heat, whisking, until smooth and well blended, about 5 minutes.

Step 7

Spread a thin layer of the cranberry sauce mixture in the bottom of a large baking dish. Place the cabbage rolls seam-side down in a single layer in the dish.

Step 8

Pour the remaining cranberry sauce mixture over the top of the cabbage rolls, ensuring they are evenly coated.

Step 9

Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 75 minutes. Remove the foil during the last 10-15 minutes of cooking to let the sauce thicken slightly.

Step 10

Serve the cabbage rolls hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy your New Fashioned Cabbage Rolls!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2244.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3158.1

Total Fat 147.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 53.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.9g
Cholesterol 764.8mg	0%
Sodium 5347.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 286.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.9g	0%
Total Sugars 189.8g
Protein 177.5g	0%

Vitamin D 48IU	0%
Calcium 436.6mg	0%
Iron 15.4mg	0%
Potassium 1698.8mg	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: 41.6%

Protein: 22.3%

Carbs: 36.0%