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Stuffed Cabbage Roll Casserole

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A comforting and easy-to-make casserole that captures all the flavors of traditional stuffed cabbage rolls — ground beef, rice, cabbage, and tomato sauce — without the rolling.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 6–8 servings
  • Category: Casserole
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Eastern European
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups cooked white rice
  • 1 medium green cabbage, chopped
  • 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes or tomato sauce
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1/2 cup beef broth or water
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp paprika (optional)
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning or dried herbs
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (optional, for topping)
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Sauté onion until soft, add garlic, and cook 1 more minute.
  3. Add ground beef, season with salt, pepper, paprika, and herbs. Cook until browned.
  4. Stir in tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, and broth. Simmer briefly, then stir in cooked rice. Set aside.
  5. Boil chopped cabbage in a large pot for 5 minutes until tender. Drain well.
  6. In a greased 9×13-inch casserole dish, layer half the cabbage, then half the beef-rice mixture. Repeat with remaining cabbage and meat.
  7. Cover with foil and bake for 40–45 minutes. If using cheese, uncover in the last 10 minutes and sprinkle on top until melted and bubbly.
  8. Let rest for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

  • Substitute ground turkey or pork for beef.
  • Use cauliflower rice for a low-carb version.
  • Add carrots or bell peppers for extra veggies.
  • Make vegetarian by using lentils or plant-based ground and veggie broth.
  • Freezes well — thaw in fridge before reheating.

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