Classic Stuffed Cabbage Rolls: A Nostalgic Culinary Journey

Transport yourself to cherished childhood moments with this timeless recipe that weaves together the nostalgia of harvesting cabbages from the family garden. Each bite of these Old Fashioned Stuffed Cabbage Rolls is a delightful trip down memory lane.

Ingredients:

• 1 large head of green cabbage
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 cup cooked white rice
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/4 cup chopped parsley
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1/2 cup beef broth
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. Remove the core from the cabbage and delicately separate the leaves. Boil a large pot of water and blanch the cabbage leaves for 2-3 minutes until softened. Set the leaves aside to cool.
3. In a spacious mixing bowl, blend ground beef, cooked rice, onion, parsley, garlic, egg, salt, and pepper for a well-combined filling.
4. Spoon about 2-3 tablespoons of the beef mixture onto each cabbage leaf, rolling it up and tucking in the sides to create compact packages.
5. In a large pot or Dutch oven, combine diced tomatoes, beef broth, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
6. Place the stuffed cabbage rolls into the pot and generously spoon some sauce over the top.
7. Cover the pot and bake in the preheated oven for 1 1/2 hours, ensuring the cabbage is tender and the meat is thoroughly cooked.
8. Serve warm, and savor the flavors of a bygone era. Enjoy!