Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls - Sweet and Savory Meals

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground pork is often less expensive.

rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: bulgur

Quinoa is higher in protein, while bulgur is usually cheaper.

beef broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories, and water with seasoning is cost-effective.

tomato sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade tomato puree

💰Cheaper: canned tomatoes

Homemade puree can reduce preservatives, while canned tomatoes are often cheaper.

Place a large, heavy-bottom skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, and once hot add the oil.

Add the beef and sausage meat and crumble with a wooden spoon. Brown the meat for about 8-10 minutes.

Add the onion and cook 2 minutes, or until tender.

Add garlic, paprika, basil, Italian herbs, salt and pepper, and stir.

Add crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar. Stir to combine and bring to a boil.

Stir in the cabbage, reduce to simmer, and cover with a lid. Cook until the cabbage is tender, but still slightly crisp, about 5-6 minutes.

Stir in the cooked rice and simmer for about 2 minutes, just to heat through.

Serve topped with parsley and a dollop of sour cream.

Cooking Techniques

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