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**Title: Italian Stuffed Cabbage Rolls: A Cozy, Flavor-Packed Classic**
Whether you’re Italian or just Italian at heart, this recipe will feel like a warm hug straight from nonna’s kitchen.
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#### *For the Cabbage Rolls:*
– 1 large head of green cabbage
– 1 lb (450g) ground beef or a mix of beef and pork
– 1/2 cup cooked rice
– 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1 small onion, finely chopped
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 egg
– 1 tsp dried oregano
– 1/2 tsp dried basil
– Salt and black pepper to taste
– Optional: a handful of chopped fresh parsley for brightness
*For the Sauce:*
– 2 cups crushed tomatoes (or passata)
– 2 tbsp olive oil
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tsp sugar (to balance the acidity)
– 1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional, for a little kick)
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh basil or parsley for garnish