Aunt Dina S One Dish Meal Recipe

Craving comforting stuffed cabbage rolls but short on time? Aunt Dina's One-Dish Cabbage & Meat Delight is your answer! This incredibly flavorful recipe skips the tedious wrapping and delivers all the deliciousness of stuffed cabbage in under an hour. Tender potatoes and juicy cabbage simmer in a rich tomato-meat sauce – a hearty and satisfying weeknight meal the whole family will love!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 229.3 kcal
Protein 14g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
Aunt Dina S One Dish Meal

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Ingredients for Aunt Dina S One Dish Meal

  • Meat
  • Onion
  • 28 oz (1 large can) crushed tomatoes and 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • White Potatoes
  • 1 small head of green cabbage (about 2 cups chopped)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

How to Make Aunt Dina S One Dish Meal

  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown 1 lb ground beef (or turkey) with 1 medium onion, chopped, over medium-high heat. Season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  2. While the meat is browning, peel and chop 2 lbs potatoes into 1-inch chunks. Finely chop 1 small head of green cabbage (about 2 cups chopped).
  3. Once the meat is browned, drain off any excess grease. Stir in 28 oz (1 large can) crushed tomatoes and 1 tbsp tomato paste. Bring to a boil.
  4. Gently layer the chopped potatoes evenly over the meat sauce. Top with the chopped cabbage.
  5. Cover the pot, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the cabbage is wilted. Stir occasionally, especially once the cabbage starts to wilt to prevent sticking.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley (optional).

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Chef's secret: layers of flavor make a dish truly memorable! Consider what a little extra something could bring – perhaps a touch of acidity like a good vinegar or citrus zest, a hint of smokiness from paprika, a bit of umami from mushrooms or soy sauce, or a sprinkle of toasted nuts for texture. Experiment and taste as you go!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

43 g

Sugar

51g

Fat

0g

Carbs

17g