Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls

... seriously, because who has time to stuff cabbage leaves, right?

Prep: 10 mins

Cook: 30 mins

Servings: 4

 

Ingredients:

1-1/2 pounds ground beef

1/2 onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 small head of cabbage, chopped

24 ounces good-quality marinara sauce *

1/2 cup water

1 teaspoon salt

Directions:

1. Add beef to a 5 quart dutch oven over medium heat. Brown the meat, crumbling as it cooks. 

2. While the beef is cooking, steam the cabbage until semi-tender, approximately 8 minutes. 

3. When beef is partially cooked, add the onion and garlic to the pan and continue cooking, stirring often.

4. Once the cabbage is tender, add cabbage, marinara, water, and salt to the pan and stir to cover the cabbage in the marinara and beef.

5. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, for 20-30 minutes. 

6. Serve in a big ol' bowl!

 

Notes:

1. A great quality marinara sauce will make a huge difference in the overall taste! My personal favorite is Rao's (yes!!), but I've also used Cucina Antica Tomato Basil and Victoria Marinara with great results. All three are also Keto and Paleo friendly options. Try a variety until you find your favorite go-to!