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This Cabbage Casserole combines tender sautéed cabbage with a creamy egg-and-cheese custard, baked to golden perfection. It’s an easy, budget-friendly recipe that’s perfect for a cozy family dinner or a flavorful side dish.
Make it for the holidays and impress your family and guests, because people just love simple recipes.
This casserole recipe is vegetarian, but you have the option to add meat like bacon or ground meat.
If you love cabbage recipes, you may also want to check this Easy Fermented Cabbage In A Jar, Keto Cabbage Soup or Purple Cabbage Salad.
Cabbage casseroles are perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or feeding a crowd. They’re budget-friendly, packed with nutrients, and can be customized to suit various dietary preferences or ingredients you have on hand.
Cabbage has the reputation for an under appreciated ingredient. It is found in all grocery stores, quite inexpensive, versatile and lasts in the fridge for a long time.
Could be used in recipes like salads, slaws, stir fry, soups, cabbage rolls or fried cabbage.
Nutritional Benefits of Cabbage
While I don’t like making health claims, here are some benefits of cabbage, which is a great ingredient to be added to dishes, if you like its taste.
Rich in Fiber:
Cabbage is naturally high in dietary fiber, which makes dishes more satisfying.
Low in Calories:
A serving of cabbage is low in calories, making it an ideal choice for dishes where you want to add volume without adding too many calories. It has around 22 calories per 1 cup for green cabbage.
Mineral and Vitamin-Rich:
Cabbage contains small amounts of potassium and other minerals, as well as antioxidants like flavonoids and polyphenols. It’s also a source of several essential vitamins, including vitamin C and vitamin K.
Cabbage Casserole Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 medium head of white cabbage (about 2.2 lbs)
- 3 large eggs
- 200 ml (about 3/4 cup) milk
- 1 cup Gouda cheese, grated (reserve half for topping)
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2–3 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/3 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste ( I start with 1 tsp salt and then add more after baking. 2 tsp salt may be a little too salty to most people).
- 2–3 green onions, finely chopped (for garnish)
Directions:
1. Fry the Cabbage:
- Shred the cabbage finely using a knife or mandoline.
- Heat 2–3 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the shredded cabbage and sauté, stirring frequently, until tender and slightly golden (about 10–12 minutes). Season lightly with salt and pepper.
2. Prepare the Custard Sauce:
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until well combined.
- Gradually add the flour while whisking to prevent lumps.
- Stir in garlic powder, nutmeg, paprika, half of the grated cheese, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
3. Assemble the Casserole:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Grease a baking dish with a bit of olive oil.
- Spread the sautéed cabbage evenly in the dish.
- Pour the custard mixture over the cabbage, mixing gently to ensure it’s evenly distributed.
- Sprinkle the remaining grated cheese over the top.
4. Bake:
- Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 30–40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set.
- Let the casserole cool slightly before serving. Garnish with chopped green onions for a fresh touch.
Frequently Asked Questions and Recipe Tips
Flavorful and Tender Cabbage:
The thinly sliced cabbage absorbs the rich milk and cheese custard mixture, softening as it bakes. This process ensures that the cabbage becomes tender while taking on the delicious, savory flavors of the dish.
Simple, Everyday Ingredients:
This recipe uses basic pantry staples like eggs, milk, cheese, and spices, making it easy to prepare without needing specialty items. There is no need to waste time and go grocery shopping.
Foolproof Method:
The steps are straightforward—sautéing the cabbage enhances its flavor, while the baking process ensures everything cooks evenly and turns golden brown.
Customizable and Versatile:
You can easily adapt the recipe by switching cheeses, adding proteins, or incorporating additional vegetables to suit your taste or dietary needs.
Comfort Food Made Easy:
With minimal prep and cook time, this cabbage casserole makes a cozy dish without complicated techniques. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.
Gouda works wonderfully for its creamy, mild flavor, but you can also use cheddar, mozzarella, or a mix of your favorite cheeses.
This recipe is already vegetarian! For extra protein, consider adding cooked quinoa or lentils to the cabbage mixture.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.
Try adding cooked bacon bits, sliced mushrooms, or diced ham, grated Parmesan, crunchy fried onion for a delicious casserole.
What to serve with?
This casserole pairs well with a variety of dishes:
Serve with a fresh and crisp green salad like this Apple Walnut Salad, Easy Grilled Chicken Thighs or Oven Baked Bone-In Pork Chops, or crusty bread like this Dutch Oven Bread. You can also pair it with Sesame Seed Rolls or Air Fryer Ribeye Steak.
Cabbage Casserole
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Ingredients
- 1 medium head of white cabbage, about 2.2 lbs
- 3 eggs
- 200 ml milk
- 1 cup Gouda cheese, grated
- 3 tbsp flour
- 2-3 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/3 tsp nutmeg
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2-3 green onions for garnish
Instructions
Fry the cabbage:
- – Shred the cabbage finely.
- – Heat 2-3 tbsp of oil in a large skillet.
- – Add the shredded cabbage to the skillet and sauté over medium heat, stirring frequently, until it becomes tender and slightly golden (about 10-12 minutes).
Prepare the sauce
- – In a bowl, whisk the eggs with the milk. – Add the flour and mix well to avoid lumps. – Add the dry garlic, half of the grated cheese, salt, pepper, nutmeg, and paprika.
- Assemble the casserole:
- – Grease a baking dish with oil. – Place the sautéed cabbage in the dish. – Pour the prepared custard over the cabbage and mix well in the dish to ensure even distribution. – Top with the remaining grated cheese.
Bake:
- – Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and bake for 30–40 minutes until golden.
- – Let cool slightly, garnish with green onions, and serve.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
This looks absolutely delicious! I love how comforting and hearty it seems—perfect for a cozy dinner. The combination of flavors must be amazing, and it’s such a creative idea. Definitely adding this to my list of must-try dishes!
Thank you Julia!