Description
Savory Cabbage Beef Bake is a cozy, budget-friendly casserole that layers seasoned ground beef, tender cabbage, and a rich tomato sauce. It’s a wholesome and hearty meal perfect for any weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small head green cabbage, chopped
- 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes or tomato sauce
- 2 tbsp tomato paste (optional)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried oregano or Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a skillet, cook ground beef and chopped onion over medium heat until browned. Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
- Drain excess fat, then stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste (if using), salt, pepper, oregano, and paprika. Simmer for 5–10 minutes.
- In a separate pan, sauté chopped cabbage in olive oil for 5–7 minutes, until slightly softened.
- Layer half of the cabbage in the bottom of the baking dish, spread the beef mixture evenly over it, and top with the remaining cabbage.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- If using cheese, uncover, sprinkle on top, and bake an additional 10–15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Add cooked rice or quinoa to the beef for a heartier casserole.
- Use ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
- Mix in shredded carrots or spinach for more veggies.
- Diced tomatoes with green chilies add a spicy twist.
- Skip cheese and grains for a low-carb option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
