Unstuffed Cabbage Roll Casserole in the Slow Cooker Recipe
This Slow Cooker Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls recipe combines all the classic flavors of traditional stuffed cabbage rolls in a convenient, easy-to-make slow cooker dish. Ground beef, cabbage, tomato sauce, rice, and onions are cooked together until tender, creating a hearty and comforting meal that requires minimal effort and time in the kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium head of cabbage, chopped (about 6 cups)
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 cup uncooked white rice
- 1 medium onion, diced
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: Dice the onion, chop the cabbage into bite-sized pieces, and rinse the uncooked rice to remove excess starch.
- Combine in slow cooker: Add the ground beef, chopped cabbage, diced onion, tomato sauce, and uncooked rice into the slow cooker. Stir gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Cook until tender: Cover and cook on low heat for 6 to 8 hours, or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the cabbage and rice are soft and the beef is fully cooked.
- Serve: Stir the mixture gently before serving to combine any settled ingredients. Serve hot as a comforting main course.
Notes
- You can use ground turkey or chicken as a leaner alternative to ground beef.
- For added flavor, consider seasoning with salt, pepper, garlic powder, or paprika before cooking.
- If you prefer rice more tender, increase the cooking time slightly or soak the rice 15 minutes before adding.
- This recipe can be doubled easily for larger gatherings; just ensure your slow cooker is large enough to handle the volume.
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