Daily Favorite Stuffed Cabbage Rolls on a Vegetable Bed

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3️⃣ Make the Filling

  • In a bowl, mix ground meat, rice, onion, garlic, egg (if using), paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper until well combined.

4️⃣ Roll the Cabbage

  • Lay a cabbage leaf flat. Add 2–3 tablespoons of filling to the center.
  • Fold sides over and roll tightly like a burrito.
  • Repeat with remaining leaves and filling.

5️⃣ Prep the Veggie Bed

  • Toss carrots, zucchini, bell pepper, and onion with olive oil and seasonings.
  • Spread evenly across the bottom of your baking dish.

6️⃣ Assemble & Bake

  • Place cabbage rolls on top of the vegetable bed.
  • In a bowl, whisk together all sauce ingredients.
  • Pour sauce evenly over the rolls and veggies.
  • Cover tightly with foil and bake for 45–50 minutes.
  • Remove foil and bake another 10–15 minutes, until rolls are tender and sauce is bubbling.

7️⃣ Serve & Enjoy

  • Let cool slightly before serving.
  • Spoon roasted veggies and sauce alongside each roll.
  • Serve with crusty bread or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

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