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Cabbage Casserole Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free (optional, if breadcrumbs are omitted or gluten-free breadcrumbs used)

Description

This hearty Cabbage Casserole recipe combines tender cabbage, savory ground beef, and a cheesy tomato-based sauce baked to golden perfection. It’s a comforting one-dish meal perfect for family dinners, with a balance of vegetables and protein, featuring hints of paprika, thyme, and optional spicy red pepper flakes.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 medium head green cabbage, chopped
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with juice
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed tomato soup
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Topping (Optional)

  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 tablespoon butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the casserole later.
  2. Sauté Aromatics and Beef: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Add minced garlic and ground beef, cooking until the meat is browned and no longer pink. Drain excess fat to reduce grease.
  3. Add Sauce Ingredients: Stir in diced tomatoes with juice, condensed tomato soup, paprika, dried thyme, salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes if using. Allow the sauce to simmer gently for 5 minutes to blend the flavors.
  4. Cook Cabbage: While the sauce simmers, steam or boil the chopped cabbage for 5–7 minutes until it is just tender. Drain it well to remove excess moisture.
  5. Mix Cabbage and Sour Cream: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked cabbage and sour cream, mixing thoroughly for a creamy texture.
  6. Assemble Casserole: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Layer half of the cabbage mixture evenly on the bottom, then spread half of the meat and tomato sauce mixture over the cabbage. Repeat with the remaining cabbage and meat mixtures to form a second layer.
  7. Add Cheese and Topping: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top. If using, melt butter and mix with breadcrumbs, then sprinkle this mixture over the cheese layer for a crunchy topping.
  8. Bake: Bake the casserole uncovered in the preheated oven for 30–35 minutes until bubbling and the top is golden and crisp.
  9. Rest and Serve: Remove from oven and let the casserole rest for 5–10 minutes before serving to allow it to set slightly and cool to a perfect serving temperature.

Notes

  • You can substitute ground turkey or sausage for the beef to vary flavors or reduce fat content.
  • For a low-carb version, simply omit the breadcrumbs topping.
  • This casserole freezes well; thaw completely and reheat before serving for convenient leftovers.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/cabbage-casserole-recipe/