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Slow Cooker Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls 2026 01 07 214504 683x1024 1

Slow Cooker Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls

A cozy, tangy flavor of classic stuffed cabbage rolls made easy in a slow cooker, featuring browned ground beef, soft cabbage, and a rich tomato sauce.

  • Total Time: 435 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb Ground beef
  • 1 Yellow onion, diced
  • 1 small head Green cabbage, chopped
  • 14 oz Can petite diced tomatoes
  • 6 oz Tomato paste
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp Dried thyme
  • 2 tsp Dried parsley
  • 1/4 tsp Red pepper flakes
  • 1 tsp Kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup Water

Instructions

  1. Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat until slightly pink. Drain excess fat.
  2. Add diced onion and seasonings to the skillet; cook until onions soften.
  3. Transfer meat mixture to the slow cooker along with chopped cabbage.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine diced tomatoes, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and water; stir well.
  5. Pour the sauce over the meat and cabbage in the slow cooker and mix gently.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley or a dollop of sour cream if desired.

Notes

For best results, do not skip the browning step and avoid overcooking on high heat to maintain the texture of the cabbage.

  • Author: soukaina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 420 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Find it online: https://spreadrecipes.com/slow-cooker-unstuffed-cabbage-rolls/