Halupki (Stuffed Cabbage)

Halupki (Stuffed Cabbage) is a classic Eastern European dish that is loved by many. This hearty and flavorful dish is made by stuffing cabbage leaves with a delicious mixture of ground beef, rice, and spices. It is then baked in a tomato-based sauce until tender and juicy.

To make Halupki (Stuffed Cabbage), you will need the following ingredients:

- 1 head of cabbage
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup water

To begin, preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Carefully remove the outer leaves of the cabbage and blanch them in the boiling water for 2-3 minutes, or until they are pliable. Remove the leaves from the water and set them aside to cool.
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, cooked rice, chopped onion, minced garlic, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.
Take a cabbage leaf and place a spoonful of the beef mixture in the center. Roll the leaf up tightly, tucking in the sides as you go. Repeat with the remaining cabbage leaves and beef mixture.
In a large baking dish, combine the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and water. Stir well to combine. Place the stuffed cabbage rolls in the sauce, seam side down. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 1 hour.
After 1 hour, remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 30 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender and the sauce is thick and bubbly.
Halupki (Stuffed Cabbage) is a delicious and comforting dish that is perfect for a cozy family dinner. The tender cabbage leaves are filled with a savory mixture of ground beef, rice, and spices, and the tomato-based sauce adds a rich and tangy flavor. This dish is sure to become a family favorite!
Type: Main Dish

Ingredients:

- Cabbage
- Ground beef
- Rice

Cooking Tips:

- Blanch the cabbage leaves to make them pliable
- Tuck in the sides of the cabbage rolls as you roll them up
- Cover the dish with foil for the first hour of baking to keep the cabbage rolls moist