Comforting Cabbage Casserole: A Family Favorite Dinner

This Hearty Cabbage Casserole combines nostalgic flavors and heartwarming memories, making it a family favorite dinner.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 50

Total Time 1 5

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Casserole

1 head Green Cabbage Savoy or Napa cabbage can be used for a different twist.
1 lb Ground Beef Substitute with ground turkey for a lighter version.
2 cups Cooked White Rice Quinoa can be used for a gluten-free alternative.
1 cup Onion Shallots can be used for a milder taste.
2 cloves Garlic Fresh cloves will give the best aroma.
2 cups Tomato Sauce Diced tomatoes can be used for a chunkier texture.
2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese Monterey Jack can be used for a spicy kick.
2 tbsp Olive Oil Canola or vegetable oil is a suitable alternative.
to taste Salt Adjust to your personal taste.
to taste Black Pepper Adjust to your personal taste.

For Serving

1 tbsp Fresh Herbs Use parsley or chives for added flavor.
4 slices Crusty Bread Rye or sourdough complements the casserole.

Equipment

Skillet
baking dish

Method

Casserole Preparation

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a large baking dish with olive oil.
In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté diced onion and minced garlic for about 3 minutes until translucent.
Add ground beef to the skillet; cook for 5-7 minutes until browned. Season with salt and black pepper.
Mix in cooked white rice and 1 cup of tomato sauce. Cook an additional 2-3 minutes off heat.
Layer half of the chopped cabbage in the prepared baking dish.
Spoon the beef and rice mixture over the cabbage, then add the remaining cabbage on top.
Drizzle remaining tomato sauce over the casserole, cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes.
Remove foil, sprinkle cheddar cheese on top, and bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This casserole is perfect for meal prep and tastes even better the next day. Consider adding herbs for extra flavor.

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