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“Ricotta” Stuffed Cabbage
Amy

“Ricotta” Stuffed Cabbage

This “Ricotta” Stuffed Cabbage is a comforting dish that blends creamy, tangy flavors with tender, melt-in-your-mouth cabbage leaves. The rich, velvety filling, made with a dairy-free ricotta alternative, pairs perfectly with the subtle sweetness of the cabbage, creating a harmony of textures and tastes.
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Servings: 4
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

vegan “ricotta”
  • 1.5 cups cashews soak overnight & drain
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons ume vinegar or sub more lemon + salt
  • ¼ cup water just enough to get the blade going
  • salt, pepper to taste
  • ½ cup crumbled firm tofu
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 cup finely chopped raw kale or spinach
  • handful of chopped chives and/or other fresh herbs
  • salt & pepper to taste
for the cabbage rolls
  • 12 medium savoy cabbage leaves
  • a few cups marinara sauce
  • drizzle of olive oil optional
  • grated parmesan or pecorino cheese

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350.
  2. In a blender or food processor, puree together the cashews, garlic, vinegar, and lemon juice. Add only enough water to help the blade along. Taste and add salt & pepper to your liking.
  3. Scoop cashew cream into a medium bowl and add the crumbled tofu, oregano, red pepper flakes, kale, chives, and another few pinches of salt & pepper. Stir & taste.
  4. Blanch cabbage leaves for a few seconds each (Dunk into boiling water, then chill in ice water. Dry them thoroughly before using). Trim off the tough part of the stems.
  5. Prepare a baking dish with a good slathering of marinara at the bottom.
  6. Scoop a few tablespoons of filling into each leaf. Gently tuck in the sides and roll them. Place them seam-side down into the baking dish.
  7. Top each with a generous spoonful of marinara and a drizzle of olive oil (and a grating of cheese if you're not vegan).
  8. Bake for 25 minutes.
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