Wayne's Cabbage Rolls

Step 1: Bring cabbage to a boil in a large stockpot, removing leaves as they fall off into the water and are tender.

Step 2: Run under cold water and drain.

Step 3: Cut the thick membrane off back of each leaf.

Step 4: Meanwhile, place the pork, beef, rice, beer, water, minced onion, hot sauces, garlic powder and smoked paprika in a large pot and cook over medium-high heat until meat is cooked through, about 20 to 25 minutes, stirring occasionally to break up the mixture.

Step 5: Set aside and allow to cool until warm and the mixture can be handled without burning the hands.

Step 6: Lay out the cabbage leaves and add meat mixture in center of leaf, about 1 inch away from rolling edge, turn leaf sides over meat and roll.

Step 7: Lay the cabbage rolls seam side down in two rectangular casserole dishes, seam side down and sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Step 8: Pour equal amounts of the tomato juice and diced tomatoes over the cabbage rolls; cover and cook in a 375 degree Fahrenheit oven for 1 hour.

Step 9: Remove from oven and serve.