Ingredients
– 1 medium head of green cabbage, chopped
– 1 pound ground beef (or turkey)
– 1 medium onion, chopped
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
– 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
– 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
– 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (optional)
– Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Following these simple steps will help you prepare the Low Carb Cabbage Roll Casserole effortlessly:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Brown the Meat: In a large skillet, cook the ground beef and chopped onion over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
3. Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
4. Incorporate Tomatoes: Add the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until thoroughly combined.
5. Prepare Cabbage: In a large baking dish, layer half of the chopped cabbage at the bottom.
6. Layer Meat Mixture: Spoon half of the meat and sauce mixture over the cabbage layer, spreading evenly.
7. Repeat Layers: Add another layer of cabbage followed by the remaining meat mixture, spreading it out evenly.
8. Top with Cabbage: Finish with the remaining chopped cabbage, pressing it down lightly.
9. Bake: Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for about 40-45 minutes, until the cabbage is tender.
10. Add Cheese: Remove the foil, sprinkle the top with shredded mozzarella cheese if desired, and return to the oven for an additional 5-10 minutes until it’s melted and bubbly.
11. Garnish: Once done, let the casserole rest for a few minutes before garnishing with fresh parsley.
These steps will lead you to the creation of a wonderful casserole that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Cut into generous portions. Smaller slices can allow guests to return for seconds without feeling overly stuffed.
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 28g