This casserole packs all the irresistible tangy and sweet flavors of stuffed cabbage rolls but in a far simpler, easy-to-make dish. A hearty, one-pot meal perfectly tailored for family dinners, it will have everyone asking for seconds.
Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium high heat.
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Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned and no longer pink inside (approx. 5-7 minutes). Break it up into smaller pieces with a spoon as it cooks.
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Use a slotted spoon to transfer the cooked beef to a bowl, leaving about 2 tablespoons of fat in the skillet.
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Place the skillet back on the heat. Add the onion and cook until softened (approx. 2-3 minutes).
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Stir in the garlic powder and butter.
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Add the chopped cabbage to the skillet, stirring well to combine. Let it cook until softened (approx. 10-12 minutes), stirring occasionally.
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Stir in the crushed tomatoes, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, grated apple, uncooked rice, Worcestershire sauce, beef stock, cooked beef, and paprika.
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Cover the skillet with a lid or aluminum foil. Transfer the skillet to your preheated oven.
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Bake the casserole for 40 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
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Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve your One-Pot Cabbage Casserole while it's hot and enjoy!