Traditional Ukrainian Cabbage Rolls

Method

1. Blanch cabbage leaves in boiling water until tender, then set aside.
2. In a pan, cook onion and garlic in oil, add ground beef and cook until browned.
3. Stir in cooked rice, tomatoes, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
4. Place a spoonful of mixture in each cabbage leaf, roll tightly, and place in a pot.
5. Pour remaining sauce over the rolls, cover, and simmer for 30-40 minutes.
6. Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.