Stuffed Cabbages Rolls

Ingredients:

For the Cabbage Rolls:
1 large head of cabbage

1 lb ground beef (or a mixture of beef and pork)

1/2 cup cooked rice (about 1/4 cup uncooked rice)

1 medium onion, finely chopped

1 egg

1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)

1 teaspoon paprika

Salt and pepper to taste

For the Tomato Sauce:
2 cups tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes

1 tablespoon sugar (optional, balances acidity)

1/2 teaspoon paprika

1 tablespoon vinegar (optional, adds tanginess)

1 bay leaf (optional)

Salt and pepper to taste