Easy Cabbage Roll Casserole Recipe

Enjoy the flavors of traditional cabbage rolls without the hassle of rolling individual leaves with this Easy Cabbage Roll Casserole recipe. This hearty and comforting casserole is made with layers of tender cabbage, seasoned ground beef, rice, and a rich tomato sauce. It's a delicious and satisfying one-pot meal that the whole family will love. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe is a time-saving twist on a classic dish.

Ingredients

• 1 medium head of cabbage, cored and shredded
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 cup cooked rice
• 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes
• 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
• 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain any excess grease.
3. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the ground beef. Cook until the onion becomes translucent.
4. Stir in the cooked rice, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, dried oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. In a 9x13-inch baking dish, spread half of the shredded cabbage.
6. Pour half of the ground beef mixture over the cabbage.
7. Repeat the layers with the remaining cabbage and ground beef mixture.
8. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 40 minutes.
9. Remove the foil and sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the casserole.
10. Bake uncovered for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and lightly browned.
11. Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving.
12. Enjoy the delicious and easy cabbage roll casserole!

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