Exquisite Polish Golabki – Stuffed Cabbage Rolls

Ingredients:

Sauce:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) petite diced tomatoes
• 1 tablespoon cider vinegar
• 1 1/2 tablespoons brown sugar
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cabbage Rolls:

• 1 large head green cabbage
• 1/2 pound ground pork sausage
• 1/2 pound ground beef
• 1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 egg
• 3/4 cup Minute Rice (or long-grain parboiled white rice)
• 1 tablespoon dried parsley
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika

Cooking Directions:

1. Bring a large stockpot of water to boil. Add the whole head of cabbage and boil for 5 minutes. Drain and cool, then cut 1/2 inch off the stem end. Carefully remove 12 leaves, cutting the tough rib in a V shape.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Cook the onion for 2-3 minutes, stirring, then reduce heat, add garlic, and cook for 1 minute. Add tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, cider vinegar, and brown sugar. Season with salt and pepper, simmer for 10 minutes.
3. Spoon a thin layer of tomato sauce into a 9×13-inch casserole dish. In a bowl, mix pork sausage, ground beef, onion, garlic, egg, rice, parsley, and paprika. Place 1/3 cup of the mixture in the center of each cabbage roll, roll tight, and place in the casserole dish. Top with remaining tomato sauce.
4. Cover with aluminum foil. Bake in a preheated 350-degree oven for 80-90 minutes.

Notes:

• Purchase a large cabbage head for ample leaves and extras.
• Customize the meat mixture with your family’s preference; 100% ground sausage is a flavorful option.