Description
A hearty and comforting casserole made with tender cabbage, seasoned ground beef, and a creamy cheese sauce, baked to golden perfection. Ideal for weeknights or family dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium green cabbage, chopped
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella, divided)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, brown ground beef over medium heat until cooked through. Drain excess grease and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté chopped onion and garlic until soft and fragrant.
- Add flour and stir for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk to form a creamy sauce.
- Stir in sour cream and half of the shredded cheese. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Boil chopped cabbage in a large pot for 5–7 minutes until slightly tender. Drain well.
- In a large bowl, combine beef, cabbage, and creamy sauce. Mix thoroughly.
- Transfer mixture into a greased baking dish. Top with remaining cheese.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes or until bubbly and golden on top.
Notes
- Drain cabbage well to avoid a watery casserole.
- Can be assembled a day ahead and baked later.
- Use sharp cheddar for more flavor or mozzarella for a milder taste.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for 2 months.
- Reheat in oven at 350°F for 15–20 minutes or microwave individual servings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
