Classic Cabbage Rolls

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. 2

   Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Carefully remove the core from the cabbage and place the whole head in the boiling water. Cook for about 2-3 minutes, or until the outer leaves are tender and pliable. Remove the cabbage from the water and let it cool. Carefully peel off 12 large leaves and set them aside.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, cooked rice, chopped onion, minced garlic, egg, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.

4. 4

   Place about 1/4 cup of the meat mixture in the center of each cabbage leaf. Fold in the sides and roll up the leaf to enclose the filling.

5. 5

   In a large baking dish, spread a thin layer of tomato sauce on the bottom. Arrange the cabbage rolls seam-side down in the dish.

6. 6

   Pour the remaining tomato sauce and beef broth over the cabbage rolls.

7. 7

   Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour.

8. 8

   Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender and the filling is cooked through.

9. 9

   Let the cabbage rolls rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your Classic Cabbage Rolls!