# Cabbage rolls (from Jenny Can Cook)

Video: [Cabbage Rolls / Polish Gołąbki - Easy to Follow, Step by Step Recipe](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ckKeuH9j9A) by [Jenny Can Cook](https://www.youtube.com/@JennyCanCookRecipes).
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- Serves: not stated
- Total time: not stated
- Ontario estimate*: ~$4.82 per serving, ~$14.45 for ~3 portions (assumed); saves ~$17.18* per serving (78%) vs ordering out (~$22.00*). * Estimate: 2 line(s) we couldn't price were filled with typical costs for their type; the video doesn't state how many it serves, so 3 portions were assumed; restaurant comparison is a typical Ontario bistro plate at ~$22, before delivery fees, tax and tip. Prices: Ontario averages (StatCan 2026-07) + RecipesMD estimates, pro-rated, staples excluded.

## Ingredients

- 1 head cabbage
- 1 medium, chopped onion
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tbsp olive oil _(amount estimated)_
- 1 cup, chopped mushrooms
- 1/4 cup, chopped parsley
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1 lb ground beef
- 26 oz (1 box) tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup water

## Steps

1. [0:38](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ckKeuH9j9A&t=38s) Cut out the core from the bottom of the cabbage head.
2. [0:52](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ckKeuH9j9A&t=52s) Place the whole cabbage head in a large pot of boiling water, cover, and cook until the leaves soften.
3. [2:16](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ckKeuH9j9A&t=136s) Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves.
4. [3:24](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ckKeuH9j9A&t=204s) Sauté the chopped onion in a skillet with olive oil over medium heat until translucent.
5. [3:52](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ckKeuH9j9A&t=232s) Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another minute.
6. [4:10](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ckKeuH9j9A&t=250s) Stir in the chopped mushrooms and cook until they release their moisture and soften.
7. [5:10](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ckKeuH9j9A&t=310s) Transfer the sautéed onion, garlic, and mushroom mixture to a large bowl and let it cool.
8. [5:38](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ckKeuH9j9A&t=338s) Carefully remove the cabbage head from the boiling water and place it on a baking sheet to cool.
9. [7:08](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ckKeuH9j9A&t=428s) Add the chopped parsley, salt, pepper, ground beef, and about 1/2 cup of tomato sauce to the cooled mushroom mixture.
10. [9:54](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ckKeuH9j9A&t=594s) Mix the filling ingredients thoroughly by hand until well combined.
11. [10:18](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ckKeuH9j9A&t=618s) Gently peel the softened outer leaves off the cabbage head.
12. [10:54](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ckKeuH9j9A&t=654s) Trim the thick central rib from the base of each cabbage leaf to make them easier to roll.
13. Place a portion of the meat filling onto a cabbage leaf, fold in the sides, and roll tightly.
14. Arrange the rolled cabbage seam-side down in a baking dish.
15. Mix the remaining tomato sauce with 1/2 cup of water and pour it evenly over the cabbage rolls.
16. Cover the rolls with any leftover cabbage leaves, then seal the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil.
17. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 1.5 hours.
18. Remove the foil and top cabbage leaves before serving.

## Equipment

- Large pot
- Skillet
- Garlic press
- Mixing bowl
- Baking sheet
- Baking dish
- Aluminum foil

## What the video didn't say

- exact amount of olive oil used for sautéing
- exact weight of the cabbage head
- servings yield
- total preparation time

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