Best 7 My Unstuffed Cabbage Recipes

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Indulge in the hearty goodness of unstuffed cabbage, a delectable dish that combines the classic flavors of traditional stuffed cabbage rolls without the hassle of wrapping. This recipe is a symphony of savory ground beef, tender rice, tangy tomatoes, and a medley of aromatic vegetables, all simmering together in a rich broth. Served over fluffy mashed potatoes or your favorite egg noodles, this easy-to-make dish offers a comforting and flavorful meal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. In addition to the classic unstuffed cabbage recipe, this article also includes variations such as a vegetarian version featuring kidney beans and lentils, a spicy Mexican-inspired rendition with a kick of chili powder and cumin, and a slow-cooker variation for effortless meal preparation. With its versatility and crowd-pleasing appeal, unstuffed cabbage is sure to become a staple in your home cooking repertoire.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ONE-POT UNSTUFFED CABBAGE



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Here is one of my favorite ways to cook and enjoy cabbage. It has all the good flavor of regular cabbage rolls, but it's a lot less bother to make. In fact, it's a one-pot meal! -Mrs. Bernard Snow, Lewiston, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

TOMATO SAUCE:
1 large onion, chopped
1 medium head cabbage, coarsely chopped (about 8 cups)
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1 cup water
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/3 cup raisins
MEATBALLS:
1/2 cup uncooked long grain rice
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, combine sauce ingredients. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer. , Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the rice, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper. Crumble beef over rice mixture; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 36 balls, about 1-1/4 in. in diameter. Add to simmering sauce. , Cover and simmer about 45 minutes or until the cabbage is tender. Uncover and cook for 15 minutes longer or until sauce is thickened.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 659mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

UNSTUFFED CABBAGE



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Love stuffed cabbage, but am usually too lazy to make it, too complicated. this recipe has the same tastes with less work.

Provided by mandabears

Categories     Meat

Time 1h20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 medium cabbage, chopped
1 medium onion, diced
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can condensed tomato soup
1 lb ground round or 1 lb ground sirloin
1/2 cup uncooked rice, not instant
1 3/4 cups water
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350F.
  • Place chopped cabbage in bottom of 8x8 inch baking dish that has been sprayed with cooking spray.
  • Brown meat and onions together and drain off all fat.
  • Stir in rice and salt and pepper.
  • Place meat and rice mixture over cabbage in baking dish.
  • Mix soup and water together and pour over meat and cabbage mixture.
  • Cover pan with aluminum foil and bake for 1 hour.
  • Uncover pan for the last 10 minutes.
  • Can double recipe and bake in 13x9 pan, bake uncover for 1 hour 30 minutes, uncover for last 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 487.6, Fat 23.5, SaturatedFat 9, Cholesterol 80.5, Sodium 540, Carbohydrate 45, Fiber 6.9, Sugar 15.5, Protein 25.8

UNSTUFFED CABBAGE



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This is a wonderful weeknight meal because it is put together so fast. It has a slight Mexican flavor but it is not over-powering.-Diana Filban, Cut Bank, Montana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound ground beef
1 cup chopped onion
1 small head cabbage, shredded (about 1 pound)
1 can (28 ounces) Mexican diced tomatoes, undrained
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, brown beef and onion; drain. Stir in cabbage. Cover and cook for 5 minutes or until cabbage is crisp-tender. Stir in tomatoes, brown sugar, vinegar, salt and pepper. Cook 10 minutes longer, stirring occasionally. Serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 668mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

MY UNSTUFFED CABBAGE



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I think once upon a time I followed a recipe but I can't find one that matches what's in my head anywhere. My 14yo (THE PICKY ONE) says this is her FAVORITE dish. THAT is the biggest compliment of all. :) This recipe served the 4 of us, including 2nd helpings, with not a lot left over.

Provided by Elmotoo

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup chopped yellow onion
1 lb bulk italian sweet sausage
1 lb bulk italian hot sausage
1 cup white rice (not instant)
28 ounces crushed tomatoes
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup raisins
1/3 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup cider vinegar
1 teaspoon salt & pepper
1 small cabbage (8-12c chopped)

Steps:

  • Heat oil in 4qt. Dutch oven. Add onion & sausage; cook until meat is cooked, breaking it up into small bits.
  • Add rice, tomatoes & chicken broth. Stir well to combine & simmer 15 minutes.
  • Add raisins, brown sugar, vinegar, salt & pepper. Stir well.
  • Add cabbage & stir well to combine. Cover pot & simmer on low 10-15 minutes or until rice is tender and cabbage is tender-crisp.
  • Stir again & serve. Enjoy!

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

UNSTUFFED CABBAGE SKILLET



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Skip stuffing and focus on flavor with Unstuffed Cabbage Skillet. This Unstuffed Cabbage Skillet puts a spin on an old favorite but doesn't skimp on taste.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Rice

Time 55m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

3/4 lb. extra-lean ground beef
1 onion, chopped
1 can (28 oz.) crushed tomatoes
1 pkt. (0.6 oz.) GOOD SEASONS Zesty Italian Dressing Mix
8 cups shredded cabbage (about 1 lb.)
1 cup water
1 cup instant brown rice, uncooked

Steps:

  • Brown meat with onions in large deep nonstick skillet or Dutch oven.
  • Add tomatoes and dressing mix; mix well. Stir in cabbage. Cover; simmer on medium-low heat 20 to 25 min. or until tender, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in water and rice; bring to boil. Simmer, covered, on low heat 5 min. Remove from heat; stir. Let stand, covered, 5 min. before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Sodium 910 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 9 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 21 g

UNSTUFFED CABBAGE ROLLS



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See why cabbage and turkey sausage are the perfect pair in our Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls recipe. Ready to eat in just 30 minutes, it's a simple and savory dish.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings, 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 Tbsp. KRAFT Sun Dried Tomato Vinaigrette Dressing, divided
6-1/2 oz. (1/2 of 13-oz. pkg.) OSCAR MAYER Natural Uncured Turkey Sausage, cut lengthwise in half, then sliced crosswise
5 cups shredded cabbage
1 small onion, chopped
1 carrot, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
2 cups hot cooked long-grain white rice

Steps:

  • Heat 2 Tbsp. dressing in large skillet on medium heat. Add sausage; cook 5 min. or until evenly browned, stirring frequently.
  • Add vegetables; cook 10 min. or until crisp-tender, stirring frequently.
  • Stir in remaining dressing. Serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 530, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Sodium 630 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 17 g

Tips:

  • Choose a large head of cabbage to ensure there are enough leaves for the recipe.
  • Remove the core of the cabbage carefully to avoid tearing the leaves.
  • Blanch the cabbage leaves in boiling water for a few minutes to soften them and make them pliable.
  • Use a variety of fillings for the cabbage rolls, such as ground beef, pork, turkey, rice, vegetables, and spices.
  • Roll the cabbage leaves tightly around the filling to prevent them from falling apart during cooking.
  • Place the cabbage rolls in a baking dish with a flavorful sauce, such as tomato sauce or broth, and bake them in the oven until they are cooked through.
  • Serve the cabbage rolls hot with a side of sour cream, yogurt, or mashed potatoes.

Conclusion:

Unstuffed cabbage is a delicious and versatile dish that can be made with a variety of fillings and sauces. It is a great way to use up leftover cabbage and other vegetables. This hearty and comforting dish is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion.

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