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Delicious slow cooker unstuffed cabbage rolls served in a bowl

Slow Cooker Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls

This recipe transforms classic cabbage rolls into a convenient slow cooker meal, combining ground beef, rice, and cabbage in a savory tomato sauce. It's a hearty and comforting dish perfect for a weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings 6 people
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • slow cooker

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 28 oz diced tomatoes undrained
  • 15 oz tomato sauce
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 head cabbage chopped
  • 1.5 cups cooked rice
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Brown the ground beef with chopped onion and minced garlic in a large skillet, then drain any excess fat.
  • Transfer the beef mixture to the slow cooker and stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, chopped cabbage, cooked rice, salt, and pepper.
  • Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, or until the cabbage is tender.

Notes

For a richer flavor, add a tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce to the slow cooker. You can also garnish with fresh parsley before serving.