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Best Cabbage Casserole

Best Cabbage Casserole

Layered ground beef, cabbage, rice, and melted cheese baked in tangy tomato sauce. Freezer-friendly family favorite.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings 8

Ingredients
  

  • For the Base:
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 onion 2 garlic
  • 5 cups chopped cabbage
  • 1 cup uncooked rice
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup broth
  • For the Topping:
  • 1 can tomato sauce
  • ½ cup water
  • 1 cup shredded cheese

Instructions
 

  • Brown beef + onion.
  • Wilt cabbage + garlic.
  • Stir in rice + liquids.
  • Top with sauce + cheese.
  • Bake covered 45–60 min.
  • Uncover 15–20 min.
  • Rest 10 min; serve.

Notes

  • Wilt cabbage first.
  • Freeze baked up to 3 months.
  • Brown rice = +15 min.
  • Low-carb: Use cauli-rice.
  • Reheat covered with water.