Ukrainian Cabbage Rolls

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Rice wrapped in steamed cabbage leaves, covered with tomato sauce, and baked.

INGREDIENTS (for 8 servings):

PREPARATION:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease a 2 quart casserole dish.
  • Steam the whole head of cabbage until it is al dente. Meanwhile, in a saucepan bring 3 cups of water to a boil. Add rice and stir. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Melt butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Saute onion until translucent; stir into cooked rice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Cut the leaves off of the cabbage and cut the larger leaves in half. Spoon 1 tablespoon of rice into a leaf and roll tightly. Place rolls in prepared casserole dish, stacking in layers. Pour tomato juice over the rolls, using enough just to cover.
  • Cover and bake in preheated oven for 2 hours.