1 large head of green cabbage
1 lb ground beef or turkey
1 cup cooked rice
1 can tomato sauce (15 oz)
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tsp paprika
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Carefully peel off 12-15 whole leaves from the cabbage head and boil for about 2-3 minutes until slightly tender. Remove and set aside.
In a skillet over medium heat, sauté diced onions and minced garlic until translucent. Add the ground meat, breaking it up as it cooks until browned.
Stir in the cooked rice, tomato sauce, salt, pepper, and paprika. Mix well and let simmer for a few minutes to meld flavors.
In a greased baking dish, add a layer of the meat mixture on the bottom, followed by a layer of cabbage leaves. Repeat the layering process until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of cabbage.
Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 25-30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until heated through.
Let the casserole sit for about 5 minutes before cutting. Serve warm and enjoy!