Quick Pigs in Blanket Casserole Recipe

Chop cabbage into medium pieces. Spread in bottom of greased baking dish. Brown meat, onions, and bacon. Stir in dry rice, salt and pepper. Spoon mixture over cabbage. In small sauce pan, heat sauce and water to boiling. Pour over all ingredients. Sprinkle with 1/4 C. grated Italian cheese. Cover tightly with foil. Bake 350° for 1 1/2 hours. Fluff lightly with fork before serving.