Description
This Cheesy Cabbage Casserole is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines tender sautéed cabbage with a creamy blend of cheeses and spices, baked to golden perfection. Perfect as a hearty side or a satisfying main course, this casserole offers a delicious way to enjoy cabbage with a cheesy twist.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 medium head green cabbage, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
Dairy and Cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Topping (Optional)
- 1/2 cup crushed Ritz crackers or breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Baking Dish: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 4–5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
- Cook Cabbage: Stir in the chopped cabbage along with salt, black pepper, paprika, and dried thyme. Cook the mixture while stirring occasionally until the cabbage is tender and has reduced in volume, about 8–10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Mix Creamy Cheese Base: In a large bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan cheese. Stir well to create a creamy, cheesy mixture.
- Combine with Cabbage: Fold the cooked cabbage mixture gently into the creamy cheese mixture until evenly combined and well coated.
- Assemble Casserole: Pour the combined mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
- Add Topping: If using, mix the crushed Ritz crackers or breadcrumbs with melted butter until combined. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the casserole for a crispy, buttery crust.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until it is bubbly and the topping is golden brown.
- Rest and Serve: Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 5–10 minutes before serving to set flavors and make serving easier.
Notes
- For added protein, mix in cooked ground beef or sausage before baking.
- You can substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt for a healthier alternative.
- Use low-fat cheeses and mayonnaise to reduce fat content if desired.
- The cracker topping is optional; breadcrumbs can also be used for a lighter option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish or Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
