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Slow Cooker Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls

A simple, hearty meal that combines all the classic flavors of cabbage rolls without the fuss, made conveniently in a slow cooker.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Meat and Seasoning
  • 1 pound ground beef Lean ground beef preferred
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 teaspoons dried parsley
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes Adjust according to spice preference
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
Vegetables
  • 1 small head green cabbage, chopped Fresh cabbage preferred
Sauce Ingredients
  • 14 ounce can petite diced tomatoes
  • 6 ounces can tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 cup water

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat until slightly pink, breaking it into small pieces. Drain excess fat.
  2. In the same skillet, add the diced yellow onion, dried thyme, dried parsley, red pepper flakes, and kosher salt. Stir and cook until the onions become soft and translucent, about 3 to 5 minutes.
  3. Transfer the meat mixture from the skillet to the slow cooker and add in the chopped cabbage.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine the petite diced tomatoes, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and water. Stir until well mixed.
  5. Pour the prepared sauce over the meat and cabbage mixture in the slow cooker. Gently mix everything to coat all ingredients with the sauce.
Cooking
  1. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.

Notes

Serve on its own, over rice, or with crusty bread. Top with fresh parsley or sour cream for added flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.