Cheesy Potato Stuffed Cabbage Rolls: Easy 7-Step Recipe
Tender cabbage leaves wrapped around creamy mashed potatoes and melted cheese make these Cheesy Potato Stuffed Cabbage Rolls a comforting alternative to traditional meat-filled cabbage rolls.
Unlike classic cabbage rolls served in tomato sauce, this version is baked with butter, herbs, and an additional layer of cheese. The result is a golden casserole with tender cabbage, a rich potato center, and lightly crisp edges.
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Why You’ll Love These Cabbage Rolls
- Creamy potato and cheese filling
- Tender cabbage with golden edges
- Naturally meat-free
- Made with affordable ingredients
- Can be assembled in advance
- Freezer-friendly
- Easy to customize
- Suitable as a main course or side dish
What Makes This Recipe Different?
Traditional stuffed cabbage frequently contains ground meat, rice, and tomato sauce. These Cheesy Potato Stuffed Cabbage Rolls use a smooth potato filling mixed with sautéed onions, garlic, cheese, and herbs.
The cabbage keeps the creamy mixture contained while adding freshness and structure. A light layer of cheese on top becomes golden in the oven without hiding the flavor of the cabbage.
The recipe has elements of Eastern European comfort food, but it is designed as an approachable home-cooking version rather than a claim to one specific traditional preparation.
Ingredients
For the Cabbage
- 1 large green or Savoy cabbage
- Water for boiling
- 1 teaspoon salt
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For the Potato Filling
- 2 pounds or 900 grams potatoes
- 2 tablespoons butter
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup warm milk
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1¼ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika, optional
For Baking
- 2 tablespoons melted butter or olive oil
- ½ cup shredded cheese
- Fresh parsley, dill, thyme, or basil for garnish
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