My sister made this casserole many years ago and I loved it! Its cheesy topping makes this my favorite cabbage dish.
1 lb. ground sausage
1 lb. ground beef
2 to 3 stalks celery, chopped
1 onion, chopped
1/2 green pepper, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1 t. salt
1/4 t. pepper
1 head cabbage, chopped
10-oz. can tomatoes with chiles
1/4 c. water
1 c. long-cooking rice, uncooked
3 T. butter
1 T. all-purpose flour
1 c. pasteurized processed cheese spread, cubed
1 c. milk
Brown meats together in a large skillet over medium heat; drain. Add the next 6 ingredients to skillet and simmer for 5 minutes. Add cabbage, tomatoes with chiles, water and rice. Simmer for 5 additional minutes. Pour into an ungreased 13"x9" baking pan; set aside. Melt butter in a saucepan over low heat. Add flour and stir until smooth. Add cheese and milk; stir until cheese is melted. Pour sauce over cabbage mixture. Cover with aluminum foil and bake at 350 degrees for 1-1/2 hours. Serves 6 to 8.
Mix up homemade salad dressing...so fresh! Blend 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 3/4 cup olive oil, 1/3 cup red wine vinegar, 2 teaspoons salt and one teaspoon pepper. Drizzle over tossed salad or cooked pasta and veggies.