Unstuffed Cabbage Casserole

Unstuffed Cabbage Casserole

From the kitchen of Paula Smith

1 lb. ground round

1/2 cup chopped red onion

1 can petite diced tomatoes with juice

1 - 15 oz. can all natural beef broth

1/4 cup tomato paste

2/3 cup white long grain rice

1 tsp. Kosher salt

1/2 tsp. Fresh ground pepper

1 tsp. Minced garlic

1/2 tsp. Perfect Pinch Italian seasoning

1 small head of cabbage, coarsely chopped

1 package pre cooked bacon slices

In large skillet, brown ground beef & red onion, drain. Add tomatoes, beef broth, tomato paste, rice & seasonings. Bring to boil, reduce heat, cover & cook 10 minutes. In 3 qt. Casserole, layer 1/2 of chopped cabbage. Top with 1/2 of the beef mixture. Repeat layers. Top with bacon. Cover loosely with foil. 

Bake at 325 degrees for 1 hour. Uncover & bake 15 more minutes. 

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