Unstuffed cabbage rolls

The "lazy version" of a old-time favorite

Stuffed cabbage is traditional on Simchat Torah, but sometimes you just want the lazy version … .

This version is savory, but if you’re looking for a sweet one, you can add a half-cup of brown sugar and that should do it.

Ingredients
Serves: 10-12

• 1 large onion
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, crushed
• 2 pounds ground beef
• 2 pounds cabbage, shredded
• 1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
• 1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste
• 3 cups water
• 1 cup raw white rice
• 1-2 tablespoons smoked paprika
• Salt
• Black pepper

Directions
1. Cut the onion into quarter rounds. Heat oil over medium-high heat in a wide frying pan and sauté the onions with a generous sprinkle of salt until translucent — about 10 minutes. Add the crushed garlic. Cook 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

2. Increase heat to high and brown the ground beef in small batches so the pan does not become overcrowded. As each batch is done, transfer it to a pot that is large enough to fit the rest of the ingredients.

3. Once all the beef has been browned, add all the remaining ingredients to the pot. Mix so the ingredients are evenly distributed. Cover the pot and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer approximately 1 hour. Check to ensure the rice is completely cooked through before turning off the fire. Taste and add more salt and pepper if needed. PJC

Miriam Szokovski is a writer, editor and member of the Chabad.org editorial team. Copyright Chabad.org/Recipes. Reprinted with permission.