Slow Cooker Amish Cabbage Roll Casserole

Introduction

Slow Cooker Amish Cabbage Roll Casserole is a hearty, comforting dish inspired by Amish
home–style cooking and the classic flavors of traditional cabbage rolls. Instead of individually
wrapping cabbage leaves, this recipe layers all the ingredients into the slow cooker, making
it effortless while still delivering the same beloved taste of tender cabbage, savory beef,
tomatoes, and rice. It’s budget-friendly, easy to assemble, and perfect for a cozy family dinner.

Ingredients

For the Casserole

• 1 ½ lbs (680 g) ground beef
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 medium head of cabbage, chopped
• 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
• 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce
• 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes (with juice)
• 1 (8 oz) can tomato soup or extra tomato sauce
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp salt (to taste)
• ½ tsp black pepper
• Optional: 1–2 tbsp brown sugar

For Serving

• Sour cream
• Fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Brown the Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef with the
   diced onion until the meat is browned. Drain excess grease. Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
2. Prepare the Slow Cooker: Add half of the chopped cabbage to the bottom of the slow cooker.
3. Add Beef Mixture: Spoon half of the beef mixture over the cabbage.
4. Layer Ingredients: Sprinkle half of the uncooked rice over the beef. Repeat with remaining cabbage, beef mixture, and rice.
5. Mix Tomato Sauce: In a bowl, combine tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, tomato soup,
   beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, thyme, salt, pepper, and brown sugar if using. Mix well.
6. Pour Over Layers: Pour the tomato mixture evenly over the entire slow cooker.
7. Cook: Cover and cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until rice is tender.
8. Serve: Spoon into bowls and top with sour cream and fresh parsley.

Description

This Slow Cooker Amish Cabbage Roll Casserole is a warm, rustic dish made for comfort. The tender
cabbage softens into the tomato-rich sauce, while the beef and rice absorb all the savory flavors
during the slow cooking process. The result is a deeply satisfying meal that tastes like traditional
cabbage rolls but requires only minutes of prep.

Tips

• Don’t skip browning the beef — it prevents greasiness and boosts flavor.
• Check liquid levels halfway through in case your slow cooker cooks hot.
• Use parboiled rice to avoid mushiness.
• Add red pepper flakes for a little heat.
• Amish-style recipes often include brown sugar — adjust to taste.
• Add shredded cheese during the last 20 minutes for a cheesy version.

Corrections / Common Mistakes

• Do not use instant rice — it becomes mushy.
• Avoid mixing everything together; layering ensures even cooking.
• Do not overfill with cabbage; it may cook unevenly.
• Don’t cook more than 8 hours on LOW or the rice becomes too soft.

Enjoy

Serve your hearty casserole warm with sour cream and fresh herbs. This cozy dish brings
comforting Amish flavors straight to your table — enjoy every delicious spoonful!