Best 4 Cabbage Roll Stew Recipes

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**Cabbage Roll Stew: A Hearty and Flavorful Comfort Dish**

Cabbage roll stew is a delectable and comforting dish that combines the best of traditional cabbage rolls and hearty stew. This versatile dish features tender cabbage leaves stuffed with a savory mixture of ground beef, rice, vegetables, and herbs, all simmered in a rich and flavorful tomato-based sauce. Whether you're looking for a cozy meal on a chilly day, a satisfying family dinner, or an impressive dish for a special occasion, this cabbage roll stew is sure to delight. With its combination of classic flavors and simple yet elegant presentation, this stew is a culinary journey that will leave you craving for more. This article provides two enticing recipes for cabbage roll stew: a classic version and a vegetarian alternative. Each recipe includes step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, and a list of necessary ingredients, making it easy for home cooks of all skill levels to create this delicious dish in their own kitchens.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

CABBAGE PATCH STEW



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"On a chilly day, a hearty helping of this recipe is a welcome treat when you come home in the evening," suggests Violet Beard of Marshall, Illinois.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h20m

Yield 14 servings (3-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 11

1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
4 celery ribs, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
7 cups chopped cabbage
2 cans (16 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
3 cups beef broth
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
2 medium carrots, chopped
1/2 teaspoon sugar
Pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook the beef, celery and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour or until cabbage and carrots are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170 calories, Fat 5g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 194mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

UNSTUFFED CABBAGE ROLL



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This is a quick and easy main dish. My kids don't even like cabbage, but they love this. I usually try to serve it with green beans, new potatoes, corn, and a pan of corn bread. They eat over half the pan every time. Also, the longer it stands the better it tastes.

Provided by tlc_adams

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Stuffed Main Dish Recipes     Stuffed Cabbage

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pounds ground beef
1 large onion, chopped
1 small head cabbage, chopped
2 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
½ cup water
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat a Dutch oven or large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef and onion in the hot Dutch oven until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and discard grease. Add cabbage, tomatoes, tomato sauce, water, garlic, salt, and pepper and bring to a boil. Cover Dutch oven, reduce heat, and simmer until cabbage is tender, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 398.3 calories, Carbohydrate 16.3 g, Cholesterol 92.9 mg, Fat 23.8 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 28.5 g, SaturatedFat 9.3 g, Sodium 1294.3 mg, Sugar 9.7 g

CLASSIC CABBAGE ROLLS



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I've always enjoyed cabbage rolls but didn't make them since most methods were too complicated. This recipe is fairly simple and results in the best cabbage rolls. My husband, Sid, requests them often. They're terrific to share at gatherings with our children and grandchildren. -Beverly Zehner, McMinnville, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 medium head cabbage
1-1/2 cups chopped onion, divided
1 tablespoon butter
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) Italian stewed tomatoes
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons salt, divided
1 cup cooked rice
1/4 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1/4 pound bulk Italian sausage
1/2 cup V8 juice, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook cabbage in boiling water for 10 minutes or until outer leaves are tender; drain. Rinse in cold water; drain. Remove 8 large outer leaves (refrigerate remaining cabbage for another use); set aside. , In a large saucepan, saute 1 cup onion in butter until tender. Add the tomatoes, garlic, brown sugar and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. , Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the rice, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, pepper and remaining onion and salt. Crumble beef and sausage over mixture and mix well. , Remove thick vein from cabbage leaves for easier rolling. Place about 1/2 cup meat mixture on each leaf; fold in sides. Starting at an unfolded edge, roll up leaf to completely enclose filling. Place seam side down in a skillet. Top with the sauce. , Cover and cook over medium-low heat for 1 hour. Add V8 juice if desired. Reduce heat to low; cook 20 minutes longer or until rolls are heated through and a thermometer inserted in the filling reads 160°.

Nutrition Facts : Fat 21 g fat (8 g saturated fat), Cholesterol 85 mg cholesterol, Sodium 1,845 mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49 g carbohydrate, Fiber 8 g fiber, Protein 32 g protein.

HEARTY CABBAGE PATCH STEW



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I like to serve steaming helpings of this hearty stew with thick slices of homemade bread. For a quicker prep, substitute coleslaw mix for the chopped cabbage. -Karen Ann Bland, Gove City, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 6h20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 cup chopped onions
2 celery ribs, chopped
11 cups coarsely chopped cabbage (about 2 pounds)
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) stewed tomatoes, undrained
1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chiles, undrained
1/2 cup ketchup
1 to 1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
Optional: Sour cream and shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook the beef, onions and celery over medium heat until meat is no longer pink, breaking meat into crumbles; drain. , Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker. Stir in the cabbage, stewed tomatoes, beans, diced tomatoes, ketchup, chili powder, oregano, pepper and salt. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until cabbage is tender. , Serve with sour cream and cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 642mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 16g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, firm cabbage for the best results.
  • Chop the cabbage finely so that it cooks evenly.
  • Use a large pot to cook the cabbage stew so that there is plenty of room for all of the ingredients.
  • Season the stew to taste with salt, pepper, and other spices.
  • Serve the cabbage stew with a side of crusty bread or mashed potatoes.

Conclusion:

Cabbage roll stew is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like your stew thick or thin, spicy or mild, there is a cabbage roll stew recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a comforting and satisfying meal, give cabbage roll stew a try. You won't be disappointed!

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