Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

Step 2

In a large skillet, brown beef and onion over medium heat. Once beef has browned and is almost completely cooked, approximately 5 minutes, add the garlic and cook another minute or two.

Step 3

Stir in one can of tomato sauce and seasonings. Bring to a boil.

Step 4

Stir in rice and bacon and simmer for five minutes.

Step 5

Place 1/3 of the cabbage in a 9 X 13 inch baking dish. Top with half of the meat mixture. Repeat layers.

Step 6

Pour your second tomato sauce can on top.

Step 7

Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes.

Step 8

Uncover, top with cheese and bake until cheese is melted, about 10 minutes.