Description
Cheesy Cabbage Casserole is a creamy, cheesy side dish that’s both comforting and flavorful. With tender cabbage baked in a rich cheese sauce and topped with a golden, bubbly crust, this casserole is the perfect way to enjoy cabbage. It’s a great side for dinner or holiday meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head of cabbage, shredded
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (sharp or mild)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (preferably panko for extra crunch)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp paprika (optional, for color)
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme or dried parsley (optional, for extra flavor)
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 tbsp melted butter (for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cabbage: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large pot of boiling water, blanch the shredded cabbage for about 3-4 minutes until slightly softened. Drain and set aside to cool.
- Sauté the Aromatics: In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic and cook for about 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Make the Cheese Sauce: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, paprika, and optional dried thyme or parsley. Stir in the beaten eggs and mix everything together to form a creamy cheese sauce.
- Combine the Cabbage and Sauce: In a large bowl, mix the blanched cabbage with the sautéed onion and garlic. Pour the cheese sauce over the cabbage mixture and stir until everything is well coated.
- Assemble the Casserole: Transfer the cabbage mixture into a greased 9×9-inch or 2-quart baking dish. Smooth out the top and sprinkle with breadcrumbs. Drizzle the melted butter over the breadcrumbs for a golden, crispy topping.
- Bake: Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbling and the top is golden and crispy.
- Serve & Enjoy: Allow the casserole to sit for a few minutes before serving. It’s perfect alongside roasted meats or as a comforting vegetarian main dish.
Notes
- You can add cooked bacon or sausage to the casserole for added flavor if you want a meaty version.
- For extra flavor, add a dash of hot sauce or a sprinkle of cayenne pepper to the cheese sauce.
- Make sure to drain the cabbage well after blanching to avoid excess moisture in the casserole.
- If you prefer a more decadent dish, you can add more cheese to the topping or mix in some mozzarella.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of the casserole
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 80mg