Galuskies

Recipe View 1 hrs 30 mins Prepare the Cabbage: In a large stockpot, place cored cabbages and fill halfway with water. Add apple cider vinegar. Cover and steam over low heat until the cabbage leaves are tender and pliable, about 1 to 1.5 hours. Remove the cabbage and reserve the flavorful vinegar cooking water. Rinse the cabbage heads under cold water to stop the cooking process and allow them to cool slightly. Gently separate the leaves.

Recipe View 20 mins Cook the Rice: While the cabbage steams, bring 3 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan over high heat. Add the rice, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and fluff with a fork. Allow to cool.

Recipe View 10 mins Sauté the Meat Mixture: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef, pork sausage, diced onion, salt, garlic salt, and black pepper. Cook, breaking up the meat with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 7 to 10 minutes. Drain off any excess grease and allow the mixture to cool slightly.

Recipe View 5 mins Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).

Recipe View 20 mins Assemble the Rolls: In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice, cooked meat mixture, and pureed or chopped sauerkraut. Mix thoroughly until well combined. On a clean work surface, lay out a cabbage leaf. Place approximately 1/3 cup of the rice-meat filling onto the base of the leaf. Fold in the sides of the leaf, then roll it up tightly into a cylinder, tucking in the ends as you go. Repeat with the remaining cabbage leaves and filling.

Recipe View 15 mins Arrange and Bake: Cover the bottom of a large roasting pan with a single layer of reserved cabbage leaves to prevent sticking. Arrange the cabbage rolls seam-side down over the cabbage leaves in the pan. Pour in enough of the reserved vinegar cooking water to reach halfway up the sides of the rolls. Cover the pan tightly with a lid or aluminum foil.

Recipe View 1 hrs 30 mins Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 1.5 hours, or until the cabbage rolls are tender and heated through. Remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving.

Recipe View 5 mins Serve: Serve the Galuskies warm or at room temperature. These are wonderful on their own or with a dollop of sour cream or a drizzle of your favorite sauce.