Servings: 6
Calories: 350kcal
Equipment
- slow cooker
- Skillet
- Mixing Spoon
Ingredients
- Here’s what you’ll need to whip up this delicious dish:
- - 1 pound lean ground beef
- - 2 cloves minced garlic
- - 1 small onion finely chopped
- - 1 medium head of cabbage chopped (about 6 cups)
- - 2 ½ cups vegetable broth or water
- - 1 cup uncooked Minute rice
- - 1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper or to taste
- - 1 ½ teaspoons garlic salt
- - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- - 1 teaspoon sugar
- - 28-ounce can tomato sauce
- - 14.5-ounce can petite diced tomatoes with juice opt for the flavor-boosted garlic & olive oil variety
- - ½ cup shredded cheese optional
- - 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce for added depth
- These changes will bring more flavor while keeping the dish balanced and satisfying.
Instructions
Step 1: Sauté the Beef, Garlic, and Onion
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add your lean ground beef, minced garlic, and chopped onion. Cook, stirring frequently, until the beef is browned, and the onion becomes translucent. Be sure to drain excess grease to keep your dish from being overly greasy. This will ensure that the flavors really shine through.
Step 2: Prepare the Cabbage Mix
- Now, grab your slow cooker! Start by adding the chopped cabbage, vegetable broth (or water), uncooked Minute rice, black pepper, garlic salt, smoked paprika, sugar, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, and Worcestershire sauce. It’s like adding a rainbow of flavors into your pot!
Step 3: Combine Ingredients
- Once your beef mixture is cooked and ready to go, stir it into the slow cooker with the other ingredients until uniformly combined. Don't be shy—use a sturdy spoon, and make sure everything is well incorporated.
Step 4: Let It Cook
- Cover the slow cooker with the lid and set it to low for 4-5 hours or high for 3-4 hours. You want to cook until the cabbage is tender and the rice is fully cooked. If you find it gets too thick for your liking, add a splash of broth or water to loosen it up.
Step 5: Final Touches
- Once it’s cooked, serve it warm. You can top each bowl with some shredded cheese if you’re feeling extra fancy! Trust me, a little cheese adds a wonderful creaminess that ties everything together beautifully.
Notes
- Use Lean Meat: Opt for lean ground beef to keep it healthier; you can even substitute turkey or chicken if you prefer.
- Cabbage Prep: If you're dealing with a really tough cabbage, you can briefly blanch the whole head to make it easier to chop.
- Make It Ahead: You can prepare the ingredients a day ahead and store them in the fridge in the crockpot insert for an even quicker cook time.
- Seasoning Variability: Feel free to adjust seasonings to your taste! More garlic or fresh herbs can elevate the flavor even further.
- Garnish Wisely: Fresh herbs like parsley or dill sprinkled on top can add a nice, refreshing touch.
Nutrition
Calories: 350kcal
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