Cabbage Rolls

Directions

1Take leaves one by one, put in sauce pan in rapidly boiling water (high heat)

2Boil 5 minutes – throw water out – spread leaves on linen.

3Mix 1 lb. minced beef with rice, cloves, pepper and a pinch of savory or sage.

4Add egg – beat until well blended

5Add liquid – beat till well mixed.

6Put a large tablespoon of mixture in each leaf.

7Fold leaf like an envelope – two ends on top.

8Chop ¼ cup cabbage- coarse – place in bottom of sauce pan.

9Put rolls on top folded side on top.

10Put plate with weight to hold them down.

11Pour on top hot tomato juice or water – or half juice and water.

12Add the tin of tomatoes and a bit of juice or water.

13Cover – bring to a boil – cook 1 to 1 ½ hours – cook slowly over low heat.

14If thick sauce is desired – add flour and butter in remaining sauce.