3 c. chopped cabbage
3 tbsp. tomato paste
1/4 c. olive or other oil
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1 c. long-grain rice
2 c. water
2 tsp. chopped parsley
1/4 tsp. pepper

Cook chopped cabbage and seasonings in oil over low heat for 20 minutes. Add water and tomato paste; bring to a boil. Add rice; reduce heat, cover, and simmer until rice is light and fluffy.