🥬 Stuffed Cabbage Rolls Recipe

Instructions:

1. Prepare the cabbage:
   • Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
   • Remove the core of the cabbage and place the whole head in boiling water for a few minutes.
   • As the outer leaves soften, peel them off and set aside to cool.
2. Make the filling:
   • In a large bowl, mix ground meat, cooked rice, onion, garlic, egg, and seasonings until well combined.
3. Assemble the rolls:
   • Place a spoonful of the filling in the center of a cabbage leaf.
   • Fold the sides over the filling, then roll up tightly like a burrito.
   • Repeat until all filling is used.
4. Prepare the sauce:
   • In a saucepan, heat olive oil, add tomato paste, stir for a minute, then add tomato sauce, sugar, salt, and pepper.
   • Simmer for 5–10 minutes.
5. Bake:
   • Place cabbage rolls seam-side down in a baking dish.
   • Pour sauce evenly over the top.
   • Cover with foil and bake at 350°F (180°C) for 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes.
6. Serve:
   • Spoon extra sauce over the top and enjoy warm!

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Would you like me to share a Hungarian-style version (with paprika and sauerkraut) or a classic American version (sweeter tomato sauce)?