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Slow Cooker Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls

Slow Cooker Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls


  • Author: Harper Callahan
  • Total Time: 6.5 hrs

Description

All the nostalgia of Grandma’s cabbage rolls—none of the rolling, stuffing, or unraveling disasters. This slow cooker magic melds tender cabbage, juicy beef, and savory tomato sauce into a hearty, hands-off comfort meal. It’s your answer to “What’s for dinner?” when life’s chaotic but you still want a warm, flavor-packed bowl of joy. Let the slow cooker do the heavy lifting while you sip tea or conquer your to-do list!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb ground beef (85/15)

  • 1 yellow onion, diced

  • 1 small green cabbage, chopped

  • 1 (14 oz) can petite diced tomatoes

  • 1 (6 oz) can tomato paste

  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (or soy sauce/coconut aminos)

  • ½ cup water (or broth)

  • 1 tsp kosher salt

  • 1 tsp dried thyme

  • 2 tsp dried parsley

  • ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)


Instructions

  • Brown beef & onions in a skillet (5 mins), then stir in tomato paste and cook 1 min.

  • Transfer to slow cooker. Add cabbage, tomatoes (with juice), Worcestershire, water, herbs, salt, and pepper flakes.

  • Stir well, cover, and cook on LOW 6–7 hrs or HIGH 3–4 hrs until cabbage is tender.

  • Rest 10 mins uncovered. Stir gently. Garnish with parsley and serve over rice or mashed potatoes.

Notes

  • Use ground turkey, pork, lentils, or mushrooms for swaps.

  • Add ½ cup uncooked rice + ¾ cup extra liquid for a one-pot meal.

  • Stir in spinach or bell peppers for extra veggies.

  • Add 1 tsp smoked paprika for smoky depth.

  • Top with shredded cheese or a dollop of sour cream for creamy contrast.

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 6–7 hrs (Low)

Nutrition

  • Calories: 280 kcal per serving
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Fat: 15g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Protein: 22g