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Slow Cooker Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls

Enjoy all the comforting flavors of traditional cabbage rolls without the fuss! This slow cooker recipe delivers a hearty, delicious meal with minimal effort.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings 6 people
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Slow cooker

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 head cabbage, cored and chopped
  • 28 oz can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 15 oz can tomato sauce
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 0.5 cup uncooked long grain rice
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Brown the ground beef with onion and garlic in a large skillet, then drain any excess fat.
  • Transfer the beef mixture to the slow cooker and add the chopped cabbage, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, uncooked rice, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, salt, and pepper.
  • Stir everything to combine, ensuring the ingredients are evenly distributed.
  • Cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until the cabbage is tender and the rice is cooked through.
  • Stir well before serving and enjoy this comforting, easy meal.

Notes

For a richer flavor, you can add a bay leaf to the slow cooker during cooking and remove it before serving. Adjust brown sugar to your taste for desired sweetness. This dish freezes well for future meals.