Layers (Millefoglie/Mille-feuille) of Cabbage and Meat

Name: Layers (Millefoglie/Mille-feuille) of Cabbage and Meat
Ingredients: 1 small pickled cabbage or half of a pickled cabbage; 500 g mixed minced meat (pork and beef); 120 g basmati rice; 1 onion (red); 2 tablespoons of oil; 2 tablespoons of tomato juice; salt; ground pepper; thyme; and dill; 250-300 ml water.

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To prepare a delicious dish with minced meat and rice, we will start by preparing the necessary ingredients. You will need a medium onion, sunflower oil, 250 grams of rice, 400 grams of minced meat (it can be pork, beef, or a combination), 400 grams of tomato sauce, a small or medium cabbage, salt and pepper to taste, as well as water to complete the dish. The first step in this recipe is to sauté the onion. In a pan, add a little oil and let it heat up. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté it over low heat, stirring occasionally, until it becomes translucent and soft, but without letting it brown. This process takes about 5 minutes. Once the onion is ready, add the washed rice, stirring well to combine the flavors. Then, add the minced meat and tomato sauce. Continue to stir until the mixture is uniform and all the ingredients are well integrated. This mixture will prove to be the delicious base of our dish. After you finish mixing, turn off the heat and set the mixture aside. In a deep baking dish, add a tablespoon of oil and a little chopped cabbage, including the juice you have (about ½ coffee cup). This layer will add moisture and flavor. Follow with a layer of cabbage leaves, placing them carefully to completely cover the bottom of the dish. Then, add a layer of the meat and rice mixture, followed by another layer of cabbage leaves, then another layer of meat. Continue to alternate the layers, finishing with a final layer of cabbage leaves, which will cover the entire dish. After you have arranged all the layers, pour water over everything, ensuring that the cabbage is well covered. Preheat the oven to 200 degrees Celsius. Once the oven is hot, place the dish inside. In the first 10-15 minutes, cover the dish with foil or a special lid, to allow the ingredients to soften and combine. After this interval, remove the lid to allow a golden crust to form on top. It is important to periodically check the water level in the dish; if you notice that it has evaporated too much, add warm water, ensuring that the dish does not dry out. You can let it bake for about an hour, but the time may vary depending on your oven. When it is ready, you will have a savory, aromatic dish, perfect for a family meal. Serve it hot, alongside a fresh salad, and enjoy every bite!