Veal & Lentil Stuffed Cabbage Rolls

Ingredients

• 1
  Tomato paste
  50 g
• 2
  Onions (raw)
  100 g
• 3
  Veal (raw)
  400 g
• 4
  Cabbage (raw)
  400 g
• 5
  Lentils (dry)
  150 g
• 6
  salt, pepper, paprika
• 7
  Tomatoes (raw)
  300 g

Instructions

1. 1

   Blanch the cabbage leaves in boiling water for 2-3 minutes until pliable.

2. 2

   In a bowl, mix the raw ground veal, cooked lentils, diced onions, salt, pepper, and paprika.

3. 3

   Place a scoop of the meat mixture into the center of each cabbage leaf, fold in the sides, and roll tightly.

4. 4

   Place the cabbage rolls seam-side down in a baking dish.

5. 5

   Mix the crushed tomatoes and tomato paste, and pour the sauce over the cabbage rolls.

6. 6

   Cover with foil and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 45-50 minutes until the meat is cooked through.