How to Make Deconstructed Cabbage Roll Casserole - A Step-by-Step Guide

Deconstructed Cabbage Roll Casserole is a unique twist on the classic Eastern European dish. This recipe takes all the flavors of traditional cabbage rolls and transforms them into a comforting and hearty casserole that is perfect for those cold winter nights. It's a great way to enjoy all the deliciousness of cabbage rolls without the tedious rolling and stuffing process.

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Ingredients

  • ½ pound bulk Italian sausage
  • ½ cup chopped onion
  • ½ cup chopped bell pepper
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • ½ large head cabbage, chopped
  • 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • salt to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 50 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a casserole dish.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir sausage in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease.
  • Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic to the sausage. Cook until onion is translucent, 8 to 10 minutes. Stir in cabbage and cook until slightly softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Transfer sausage mixture to the prepared casserole dish. Add tomato sauce, cooked rice, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, lemon juice, Cajun seasoning, pepper, and salt; stir to combine.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cabbage is tender, about 30 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    262 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 22mg
    • Sodium: 941mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 30g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 11g
    • Protein: 12g
    • Vitamin C: 88mg
    • Calcium: 94mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 689mg