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Easy Cheesy Cabbage Roll Casserole

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A quick and cozy casserole that captures the flavors of classic cabbage rolls without the fuss of rolling. Layers of seasoned ground beef, rice, cabbage, and melted cheese make for a comforting and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
  • 1 medium head green cabbage, shredded
  • 1 medium white onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup cooked long grain or jasmine rice
  • 1 1/2 cups tomato sauce
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. If you don’t have leftover rice, rinse 1/2 cup uncooked long grain rice under cold water. Cook it in 1 cup water over medium heat until tender, about 15 minutes. Set aside to cool slightly.
  3. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb ground beef and cook until no longer pink, breaking it up as it cooks (about 5-7 minutes). Drain excess fat if necessary.
  4. Stir in the diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Add 1 1/2 cups tomato sauce, 1 cup diced tomatoes, 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce, 1 tsp Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes to meld flavors.
  6. Remove from heat and stir the cooked rice into the beef and tomato sauce mixture.
  7. Shred 1 medium head of green cabbage finely.
  8. In a 9×13 inch casserole dish, start with a thin layer of shredded cabbage to cover the bottom. Spread half of the beef and rice mixture over the cabbage. Add another layer of cabbage, then the remaining beef mixture. Top with the final layer of cabbage.
  9. Sprinkle 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar and 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella evenly over the top.
  10. Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  11. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

If cheese browns too quickly, cover casserole loosely with foil halfway through baking. Use finely shredded cabbage for even cooking. Let casserole rest before cutting for easier serving. Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version. For vegetarian, use cooked lentils or tofu and increase cheese. Cauliflower rice can replace rice for low-carb adaptation.

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