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One-Pan Unstuffed Ground Beef Cabbage Roll Casserole – Cozy, Easy & Family-Friendly

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All the flavors of stuffed cabbage rolls, simplified into a one-pan, stovetop casserole with ground beef, tender cabbage, and a savory tomato base.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 yellow onion, diced

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes

  • 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce

  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (optional)

  • 1 tsp paprika

  • 1 bay leaf

  • 4–5 cups green cabbage, chopped

  • ½ cup beef broth

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • Optional: red pepper flakes

  • Optional: 1–2 cups cooked rice

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a large skillet. Brown ground beef, then add onion and cook until softened.

  2. Add garlic, tomatoes, tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.

  3. Stir in chopped cabbage. Add broth and cover.

  4. Simmer 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cabbage is tender.

  5. Stir in cooked rice if using. Simmer 3–5 more minutes.

  6. Remove bay leaf and serve hot.

Notes

  • For low-carb, omit rice or use cauliflower rice.

  • Store leftovers in fridge up to 4 days or freeze up to 3 months.

  • Optional toppings: sour cream, shredded cheese, or fresh parsley.

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