Description
This Cabbage and Beef Casserole is the ultimate comfort food—simple, hearty, and packed with flavor. Tender cabbage, seasoned ground beef, and a rich tomato sauce come together in a baked, cheesy masterpiece. It’s a budget-friendly, one-pan meal that’s perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or feeding a crowd.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for spice)
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ cup beef broth (or water)
- ½ head green cabbage, chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese (or mozzarella)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook the Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess grease.
- Season & Simmer: Add minced garlic, salt, black pepper, paprika, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Stir for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and beef broth. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Layer the Casserole: Spread half of the chopped cabbage into the baking dish. Pour half of the beef mixture over the cabbage. Repeat the layers with the remaining cabbage and beef mixture.
- Bake: Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Add Cheese & Finish Baking: Remove the foil, sprinkle shredded cheese over the top, and bake uncovered for another 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve & Enjoy: Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- Make Ahead: Assemble the casserole up to 24 hours in advance and bake when ready.
- Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Low-Carb Option: Skip the tomato sauce and reduce the broth for a keto-friendly version.
- Spice It Up: Add cayenne pepper or hot sauce for extra heat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Comfort Food