Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls

Unstuffed Cabbage Roll Casserole (from Sandy aka: Progressing Pilgrim on SL)


1 lb ground beef or pork
1 c. onion, chopped
8 c. cabbage (about 1/2 of a 3 lb head) cut into thin strips and then 2" long pieces (so you can fork it into your mouth)
1/2 cup water
4 c crushed tomatoes, or a 28 oz can
1 TBSP brown sugar
1 TBSP white vinegar
1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 1/2 tsp whole caraway seed
1 tsp garlic powder
1 TBSP paprika (or more to taste)
In a large skillet, brown the meat and drain off any grease. Add the chopped onion and cook for about 3 minutes to soften the onion. Add the cabbage and water and cook for about 5 minutes, or until the cabbage starts to wilt. Add the remaining ingredients and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and cover. Simmer until the cabbage is to the desired tenderness--about 30 minutes. Serve with cooked rice.

Serves 4-6. Freezes well.