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No fuss cabbage rolls (sometimes called pigs in a blanket in the midwest) made with ground beef, instant rice, and tomato soup rolled up inside cabbage leaves.
serves/makes:
ready in:
30-60 minutes
14 reviews
6 comments
ingredients
12 large cabbage leaves
1 pound ground beef
1/2 onion, diced
salt and pepper
1 cup uncooked instant rice
2 cans (10.75 ounce size) tomato soup
10 ounces water
directions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
Place the cabbage leaves in boiling water and let cook until soft. When soft, drain well and set aside to cool.
Meanwhile, brown the ground beef and onion in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook until the beef is no longer brown. Drain off any excess grease. Season to as desired with salt and pepper.
Stir the uncooked rice, half of the tomato soup, and half of the water into the skillet. Mix well.
Place the cabbage leaves on a work surface, inside up (so they form a cup shape).
Spoon some of the beef mixture into each leaf. Roll up the leaves over the beef and place seam side down in a 9x13 baking dish. Combine the remaining tomato soup and water and mix until combined. Pour evenly over the top of the cabbage rolls in the baking dish.
Place the baking dish in the oven and bake at 350 degrees F for 30 minutes or until the rice is cooked (cut into one of the rolls to test). Serve hot.
recipe tips
To prevent the cabbage leaves from tearing, cut out the thick vein at the base of each leaf.
Try adding garlic or herbs like thyme or oregano in the beef mixture.
For a healthier version, use brown rice and lean ground beef or turkey.
If the sauce is too thick, thin it with a little more water or broth.
Try adding a splash of Worcestershire sauce or a pinch of paprika to the beef mixture.
To make sure the rolls are cooked evenly, make sure they are not too tightly packed in the baking dish.
Always taste and adjust the seasoning of the beef mixture before rolling it in the cabbage leaves.
common recipe questions
Can I use a different type of meat?
Yes, ground turkey or chicken can be used as a leaner alternative to beef. Or, try a plant-based ground meat substitute.
What can I use instead of instant rice?
You can use pre-cooked regular rice, but adjust the liquid and cooking time accordingly. You may want to partially cook the rice before adding it to the skillet so it will cook more like instant rice.
Is there a substitute for tomato soup?
Crushed tomatoes or tomato sauce can be used, but you may need to adjust the seasoning as canned tomato soup has seasonings in it.
Can I make this dish without onions?
Yes, but onions add flavor. You can omit them or use onion powder as a substitute.
How should I adjust the recipe for a vegetarian version?
Use a meat substitute like lentils or a plant-based ground meat alternative.
How do I store and reheat leftovers?
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheat in the oven or microwave.
Can these cabbage rolls be frozen?
Yes, freeze them before or after baking. Thaw in the refrigerator before reheating.
Are these pigs in a blanket?
Yes, and no. For some reason in some places in the Midwestern US they are referred to as pigs in a blanket, presumably because they were filled with pork at some point. Most places in the US call dough-wrapped hot dogs or "lil smokies" pigs in a blanket so there is definitely sometimes some confusion over the name.
nutrition data
377 calories, 22 grams fat, 30 grams carbohydrates, 16 grams protein per serving.
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reviews & comments
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chawes1198 REVIEW:
October 3, 2021Love it
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Guest Foodie REVIEW:
October 1, 2020Make all the time the thing I do different is one pd.ground pork an one pd. Ground veal makes a huge difference and of course tomato soup very delicious.
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Gailca REVIEW:
September 18, 2020This recipe is similar to my Momâs. I like the tomato soup topping.
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SUZIE REVIEW:
April 24, 2020This is the closest to the cabbage rolls my grt grandmother, grandmother & my mom used to make except no onions. We use or at least I tweaked it using half beef half sausage..bacon and cooked rice. We don't brown the meat...it goes in raw but definately the tomato soup with white vinegar gives it that perfect kiss💋
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Barbara April 13, 2020
How many does this recipe make?
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CDKitchen Staff Reply:
The number of servings is listed at the top of the recipe.
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Laura REVIEW:
February 8, 2020I use ground sausage like my mom used. Really good
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Kim ❤️ REVIEW:
November 30, 2019I substitute ground chicken and add extra seasoning of onion and garlic. Always use dill in the meat mix and use ketchup n water versus tomato soup or sauce. Adds a tang and sweetness .
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Sunshine. Guest May 20, 2019
When I was first married my husband âs Aunt Mary taught me how to make the best stuffed cabbage. To this day I still use tomato soup, cooked rice,onions, salt and pepper,one egg. The pressuer cooker that I use is the one I received at my wedding .I make this the day before we have it for dinner.
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Amy REVIEW:
January 29, 2019Iâve been looking for a recipe with tomato soup. My mom made them this way when I was growing up.
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Guest Foodie July 3, 2018
do you cook rice at all before adding ?
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CDKitchen Staff Reply:
No, the rice is uncooked. It cooks inside the cabbage rolls.
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steve REVIEW:
January 17, 2018My grandmother taught my mother to make stuffed cabbage rolls or (pigs in a blanket)from the old country sixty years ago.Mom taught me the recipe and I just got done making some for the family.Only difference, this time I used a crock potI hope they are not rolling their eyes in heaven
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Guest Foodie March 25, 2017
I searched for a recipe with cooked meat for an hour and finally,you have it.I don't like using raw meat,and all of the recipes are with it. Thank you
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Puppet REVIEW:
February 16, 2017This was my mom's recipe, cooked in stove top pressure cooker, cooked for 20 min at pressure. Always the best.
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Any REVIEW:
January 27, 2017How would I cook this using brown rice?
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CDKitchen Staff Reply:
Brown rice will take longer to cook so you'll have to add additional cooking time (maybe check after 10 additional minutes and see how tender the rice is)
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Kurt Little January 7, 2017
Can you do equal parts of tomato soup and sauce to balance the recipe out
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CDKitchen Staff Reply:
Sure, that would work. It will alter the flavor a little so you may have to adjust the seasonings.
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Betty Jean REVIEW:
October 8, 2015I have made the same recipe as above for over 40 years and it still gets raves from family and friends.
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stayathomemomma REVIEW:
October 31, 2013I've been making my cabbage rolls exactly this way for years. The tomato soup is better than tomato sauce because it has a little sweetness to it. Always delicious.
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Ray REVIEW:
June 29, 2013This is my standard cabbage rolls recipe. I keep all the ingredients on hand, all I have to do is buy a head of cabbage and dinner is made easily.
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Ladytizz November 8, 2007
I'm gonna love this recipe. My secret when it comes to cabbage rolls is V-8. For a fresh taste in the sauce, try it, you'll love it.
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tracker REVIEW:
October 23, 2007This recipe was easy to prepare and turned out delicious! I served this with mashed potatoes and cream gravy, and a side of steamed cabbage.
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