Unstuffed Cabbage

By Tom421

Ingredients

• TOMATO SAUCE:
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1 medium head cabbage, coarsely chopped (about 8 cups)
• 1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
• 1 cup water
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1/3 cup raisins
• MEATBALLS:
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1/4 cup chopped onion
• 2 cup uncooked long grain rice
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1 dash cayenne pepper(I like, or skip)
• 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)

Preparation

Step 1

In a large skillet, combine sauce ingredients. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer.

Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the rice, onions, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper. Crumble beef over rice mixture; mix well. Shape into balls, about 1 inch in diameter. Add to simmering sauce.

Cover and simmer about 45 minutes or until the cabbage is tender. Uncover and cook for 15 minutes longer or until sauce is thickened.
Yield: 6-8 servings.