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Delicious Slow Cooker Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls served in a bowl with fresh herbs.

Slow Cooker Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls

A comforting, easy-to-make dish that captures all the flavors of traditional cabbage rolls without the fuss of wrapping. Perfect for busy weeknights or potlucks.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Meat and Seasonings
  • 1 pound ground beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 teaspoons dried parsley
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes Optional, for heat
Vegetables
  • 1 small head green cabbage, chopped (about 6 cups) Cut into even pieces for uniform cooking
Tomato Mixture
  • 14 ounces can petite diced tomatoes Can use crushed tomatoes for smoother sauce
  • 6 ounces can tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce For added depth of flavor
  • 1/2 cup water

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat a skillet over medium-high. Add the ground beef and cook until it’s mostly browned but still slightly pink.
  2. Drain any excess fat from the pan to keep the sauce from becoming greasy.
  3. Return the skillet to medium heat. Add the diced onion, thyme, parsley, salt, and red pepper flakes. Cook until the onion softens, about 3 to 4 minutes.
  4. Transfer the beef and onion mixture into the slow cooker. Scatter the chopped cabbage over the meat.
Cooking
  1. In a bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and water. Whisk until smooth and uniform.
  2. Pour the tomato mixture over the meat and cabbage. Stir gently to combine, trying not to mash the cabbage.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours, or until the cabbage is tender and the flavors are melded.
  4. Taste and adjust salt or pepper before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5g

Notes

Serve with crusty bread or creamy mashed potatoes. Can be garnished with fresh parsley or a dollop of sour cream.

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