If you love cabbage rolls, but don’t want to go through the effort of putting them together, this crockpot golumpki recipe is for you. Just layer the ingredients in a slow cooker and let them cook while you go about your day.
Crockpot golumpki gives you the flavor and texture of cabbage rolls with a fraction of the effort. It is a hearty meal that easy to make and will win over even people who don’t think they like cabbage.
This recipe is an easy take on the Polish comfort food classic. I was introduced to baked golumpki when my husband’s uncle shared his recipe almost a decade ago.
I love them, but it takes some time to put them together. This recipe is an easy way to get those same flavors with a fraction of the work.
Substitutions and Alterations
Use this as a base recipe and adjust it to match your favorite stuffed cabbage recipe. There are so many ways to make it fabulous.
I sometimes use Italian sausage instead of ground beef. It is an easy way to add more flavor and the fennel and garlic go well with the tomato sauce.
You can also use lentils or beans in place of the beef if you want a vegetarian version. It would make for a really fiber packed meal.
You can also add more veggies to the mix. My husband’s uncle likes green beans in his, mushrooms, or zucchini would also be great.
Storing Leftovers
Leftover cabbage roll mixture can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. The mixture doesn’t freeze well, the texture changes when it is defrosted.
Reheat the leftovers in the microwave or in a covered pot on the stove until warm all the way through.
More Easy Crockpot Recipes
Crockpot haluski recipe combines all of the cabbage, onions, and egg noodles you know and love with the convenience of a slow cooker. Add some kielbasa to make it a whole meal in one.
Make creamy pierogies and kielbasa with the help of your Crockpot for an easy and filling meal. It is a comforting casserole has a creamy sauce and melted cheese to make it an easy and family friendly dinner.
For another comfort food classic, try making slow cooker mystery roast. It is beef bites in a creamy gravy that has a secret ingredient inside.
Crockpot Golumpki
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion diced
- 1 cup long grain rice uncooked
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspon ground black pepper
- 24 ounces spaghetti sauce
- 10¾ oz can condensed tomato soup
- 1½ cups water
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 1 medium head cabbage
Instructions
- In a large skillet cook the ground beef and onion over medium heat until the meat is browned.1 pound ground beef, 1 small onion
- Stir the rice, salt, and pepper into the meat.1 cup long grain rice, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspon ground black pepper
- In a large bowl, stir together the soup, spaghetti sauce, water, and sugar.24 ounces spaghetti sauce, 10¾ oz can condensed tomato soup, 1½ cups water, 2 teaspoons sugar
- Chop the cabbage into bite sized pieces.1 medium head cabbage
- Layer ⅓ of the cabbage in a slow cooker. Top with ½ of the meat mixture, then ⅓ of the cabbage, the remaining meat and the rest of the cabbage. Pour the tomato sauce over everything.
- Cover and cook on low until the rice and cabbage are tender, 6-8 hours. Stir and then serve.