Ingredients

1 head cabbage
1 lb ground beef
1/2 cup rice
1 grated onion
1 onion , stuck with
3 cloves
1 egg
salt and pepper
2 cups water
1 bay leaf
1 lemon , juice of
2 tablespoons brown sugar
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1/2 cup raisins
8 gingersnaps , crushed
AAward-winning cabbage rolls is a dish that has been popular around the world for generations, and for good reason. Made with ground beef, rice, spices, and of course cabbage, this recipe has a comforting and satisfying flavor that will satisfy your appetite and cravings for a hearty meal. Cabbage rolls are one of those recipes that you can make in big batches, making them perfect for meal prep or for serving to a large family. It is a great dish for a special occasion or a traditional meal. The recipe can be adjusted to suit your tastes, and the addition of raisins and gingersnaps gives the dish an extra layer of flavor and texture.

Instructions

1.Take cabbage leaves off the cabbage head and parboil them in boiling water until soft.
2.In a large mixing bowl, mix together ground beef, rice, grated onion, egg, and salt and pepper until well combined.
3.Place a heaping tablespoon of the meat mixture onto each cabbage leaf and roll up tightly, placing them seam-side down in a large casserole dish.
4.In a saucepan, combine the water, grated onion, cloves, bay leaf, lemon juice, brown sugar, tomato paste, and raisins, and bring to a boil.
5.Pour the sauce over the cabbage rolls in the casserole dish, and bake at 325°F for 1.5 to 2 hours.
6.Crush gingersnaps and sprinkle over the top of the cabbage rolls 20 minutes before it is finished cooking.

PROS

Award-winning cabbage rolls are an easy and delicious dish to make for a healthy and hearty meal.

Cabbage is known to be a good source of vitamin C, fiber and potassium, and is low in calories.

Cabbage rolls are versatile and can be customized to include your favorite ingredients.

CONS

Cabbage contains goitrogens that may interfere with the thyroid’s function in some people.

These cabbage rolls can take some time to prepare and cook, which may not be ideal for those who are short on time.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Cabbage is known to be highly nutritious, containing vitamin C, fiber, and potassium.
Cabbage has been linked to reducing inflammation and preventing certain types of cancers.
The antioxidants in raisins contribute to reducing inflammation and oxistress.

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