Julia Child Cabbage Stuffed With Leftover Turkey and Sausage

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 4
Julia Child Cabbage Stuffed with Leftover Turkey and Sausage
in Main

Prep

45 min

Cook

90 min

Ready In

135 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

2 1/2 lbs cabbage
6 ounces lean salt pork , rind removed , cut into 12 slices about 1/4 inch thick
2 cups finely minced onions
1 thinly sliced carrot
1 thinly sliced onion
4 cups ground leftover cooked turkey
1 1/2 cups sausage meat
2 eggs
2 cloves garlic , pressed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3/4 teaspoon thyme
1/4 teaspoon allspice
2 -3 cups beef stock , divided
2 cups crushed tomatoes
1 tablespoon butter , divided
2 tablespoons olive oil , divided

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
424
Sugar
5g
Fat
27g
Julia Child was a celebrated chef, television personality, and cookbook author who encouraged people to cook and enjoy food in their own homes. This recipe for Cabbage Stuffed with Leftover Turkey and Sausage offers a delicious and creative way to use up leftover holiday food. The cabbage leaves are stuffed with a flavorful mixture of cooked turkey, sausage, and aromatic spices, then baked in a rich tomato and beef broth until tender and juicy. This hearty and comforting dish is perfect for a family meal or a cozy dinner party.

Instructions

1.In a large pot of boiling salted water, blanch cabbage leaves until slightly softened, about 3 minutes. Drain and rinse cabbage under cold water.
2.In a frying pan over medium heat, cook salt pork until browned and crisp. Remove salt pork from pan and set aside.
3.In the same pan, cook onions, carrots, and sliced onions until soft and lightly browned, about 10 minutes.
4.In a large bowl, mix together cooked turkey, sausage meat, eggs, garlic, salt, pepper, thyme, and allspice until well combined.
5.Place 1/4 cup of the meat mixture onto the bottom edge of each cabbage leaf and roll it up tightly, tucking in the edges.
6.Preheat oven to 350°F.
7.In a large casserole dish, arrange cabbage rolls in a single layer.
8.Pour beef stock and crushed tomatoes over the cabbage rolls and dot with butter and olive oil.
9.Cover with foil and bake for 1 hour. Remove the foil and continue to bake for another 30 minutes or until cooked through.
10.Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

This recipe is a great way to use up leftover turkey and sausage from a holiday meal.

The cabbage provides a healthy source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
The use of beef stock and olive oil offers a source of healthy fats.

CONS

This recipe is a bit time-consuming and requires a significant amount of preparation and cooking time.
Cabbage rolls are not everyone’s favorite food.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Cabbage is low in calories but high in fiber, Vitamin C, and Vitamin K. It is also a good source of antioxidants and phytonutrients. Lean turkey and sausage offer a good source of protein and iron, while the use of olive oil helps reduce bad cholesterol levels. Beef stock can also be a good source of collagen, which can improve skin and joint health.

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