Cabbage Rolls Stuffed with Mushroom-Beef Mixture

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Tender cabbage leaves wrapped around a savory filling of ground beef and mushrooms, simmered in a rich tomato sauce. This ukrainian-inspired beef ready in about 85 minutes pairs head, leaves separated savoy cabbage, ground beef, finely chopped cremini mushrooms for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 30 min Cook: 55 min Serves 6 Ukrainian cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, blanch cabbage leaves for 1 minute to soften, then drain and pat dry.
  2. Step 2: Heat a skillet over medium heat, add ground beef and cook for 5 minutes until browned, breaking into crumbles.
  3. Step 3: Add minced onion and chopped mushrooms to the skillet, cooking for 6 minutes until mushrooms release moisture.
  4. Step 4: Stir in tomato paste, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp pepper, and 1 tsp dried dill, cooking for 2 minutes.
  5. Step 5: Lay a cabbage leaf flat, spoon 2 tbsp filling onto the bottom third, then roll tightly, tucking in ends. Repeat for remaining leaves.
  6. Step 6: Arrange rolls seam-side down in a baking dish, pour beef broth over them, and cover with foil.
  7. Step 7: Bake at 375°F for 45 minutes until tender and flavors meld. Remove foil and bake for 10 more minutes to thicken sauce.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Cabbage Rolls Stuffed with Mushroom-Beef Mixture take to make?

Total time is about 85 minutes (30 min prep + 55 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Cabbage Rolls Stuffed with Mushroom-Beef Mixture?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep ground beef from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Cabbage Rolls Stuffed with Mushroom-Beef Mixture?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Cabbage Rolls Stuffed with Mushroom-Beef Mixture for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Cabbage Rolls Stuffed with Mushroom-Beef Mixture?

Ukrainian beef like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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