Unstuffed Cabbage Roll Hot Dish!

3/4 c. rice, cooked in 1 1/2 c. water
1/2 head of cabbage, chopped
1 lb. ground beef
1 onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 t. pepper
1 t. salt
1 t. Italian seasoning
14 oz. diced tomatoes

Simmer rice until fully cooked and water is absorbed, about 45 minutes.  Meanwhile, blanch the cabbage in boiling water and sauté beef and onion for a few minutes.  Add garlic and spices and sauté until fully cooked.  Add tomatoes, cabbage, and cooked rice to the beef and sauté for a few minutes more.  Drain excess liquid from the mixture and spread in a large baking dish.  Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes or until cabbage is slightly browned on top.