Cheesy Cabbage Beef Casserole
A comforting, hearty casserole made with tender cabbage, seasoned ground beef, and a rich tomato-cheese sauce. Baked until bubbly and golden, it’s a cozy classic perfect for weeknights or family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- Ground Beef: 500g (1.1 lb)
- Green Cabbage: 1 small head, shredded
- Onion: 1 medium, diced
- Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
- Crushed Tomatoes: 400g (14 oz) can
- Tomato Paste: 2 tablespoons
- Dried Oregano: 1 teaspoon
- Paprika: 1 teaspoon
- Salt and Pepper: To taste
- Mozzarella Cheese: 200g (2 cups), shredded
- Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a 9×13 baking dish.
- Combine Ingredients: Sauté onion and garlic in olive oil. Add ground beef and brown. Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer 5 minutes.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Sauté shredded cabbage in a separate skillet until softened. Season lightly with salt.
- Assemble the Dish: Layer half of cabbage, half of beef mixture, and a layer of cheese. Repeat and top with remaining cheese.
- Cook to Perfection: Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Uncover and bake an additional 15 minutes until golden.
- Finishing Touches: Let rest 10 minutes before serving.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve warm with salad or bread.
Notes
- Sauté cabbage to reduce moisture and enhance flavor.
- Freshly shredded cheese melts better than pre-shredded.
- Great for meal prep — stores and reheats well.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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