Classic Stuffed Cabbage Rolls

Tender cabbage leaves wrapped around a savory mixture of seasoned ground beef and rice, then slowly baked in a rich tomato sauce. A comforting family-style meal!

 Ingredients

For  the cabbage rolls:

• 1 large green cabbage
• 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
• ½ lb (225 g) ground pork, optional
• 1 cup cooked white rice
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• ½ teaspoon dried oregano

For the tomato sauce:

• 2 cups tomato sauce
• 1 cup crushed tomatoes
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar, optional
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon paprika
• ½ cup water or beef broth

 Step-by-Step Instructions