Unstuffed Cabbage

An easy, flavorful version of an old favorite from Jane Brody's cookbook

• Ready In: 2 hrs 20 mins
• Serves: 6-8

Ingredients

• 1  large onion, diced
• 2  lbs cabbage, sliced
• 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
• 1 (28 ounce) can chopped tomatoes, with juice
• 1  cup water
• 1⁄4 cup honey
• 1⁄4 cup lemon juice
• 1  lb ground beef
• 1⁄2 cup white rice, raw
• 1  teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
•  salt and pepper
• 1⁄2 cup raisins (optional)

Directions

1. In a large, heavy pot combine the first 7 ingredients; bring to boil.
2. Meanwhile make meatballs with beef, rice, Worcestershire sauce and add to pot; reduce heat to low and simmer for 2 hours.
3. If desired, add raisins and cook an additional 15 minutes.