Slow Cooker Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls
A comforting and practical take on traditional cabbage rolls that’s perfect for busy weeknights, featuring ground beef and cozy cabbage cooked in a savory sauce.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef Can substitute with lean ground turkey if desired.
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 small head green cabbage, chopped Cabbage can stretch the beef; choose a cabbage that looks fresh.
- 14 ounces petite diced tomatoes Can substitute with crushed tomatoes for more tang.
- 6 ounces tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 teaspoons dried parsley
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes Adjust for spice preference.
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions
Cooking Instructions
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat until slightly pink. Drain excess fat.
- Add diced onion and seasonings to the skillet; cook until onions soften.
- Transfer meat mixture to the slow cooker along with chopped cabbage.
- In a mixing bowl, combine diced tomatoes, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and water; stir well.
- Pour the sauce over the meat and cabbage in the slow cooker and mix gently.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours.
Notes
Serve with rice, buttered egg noodles, or bread for a complete meal. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for 3-4 days and also freeze well.