Bavarian Stuffed Cabbage Rolls Recipe
This page offers a simple yet flavorful take on stuffed cabbage rolls, perfect for family dinners or cozy gatherings.
The recipe centers on tender cabbage leaves wrapped around a savory beef filling, simmered in a rich tomato sauce.
Preparation is beginner-friendly: Blanch the cabbage leaves, stuff and roll them with the meat mixture, secure with toothpicks,
and cook everything in a single pan for about 45 minutes until fork-tender.
The result? Juicy, flavorful rolls that pair beautifully with buttered noodles, serving up to six people.
What makes this version stand out is its Bavarian twist, incorporating oats for a unique texture and sour cream for a subtle tang that
elevates the traditional stuffed cabbage.
It’s an accessible entry point for home cooks exploring German-inspired meals, with minimal prep time and everyday pantry staples.
Bavarian Cabbage Rolls with Beef
Ingredients required12 large cabbage leaves
1 1/2 pounds ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup sour cream
1/3 cup milk
3/4 cup quick or old fashioned oats, uncooked
Sauce:
2 - 8 oz cans tomato sauce
1 - 6 oz can tomato paste
1 cup water
Instructions for Bavarian Cabbage Rolls with Beef Recipe
Drop cabbage leaves into boiling salted water. Cook 3 minutes, then drain. For filling combine all ingredients except sauce. Divide meat mixture into 12 equal portions. Place one portion of meat mixture on each cabbage leaf. Roll leaf around meat tightly. Secure with toothpick. Place cabbage rolls in large frying pan. Sauce: combine all ingredients. Pour over cabbage rolls. Bring to boil. Reduce heat. Cover frying pan tightly and cook over low heat about 45 minutes or until tender when pierced with fork. Remove cabbage rolls and place on a large serving dish. Stir sauce until well blended. Pour over cabbage rolls and serve. Buttered noodles served around rolls make it tasty. Serves six.
