Best 8 Escalloped Cabbage Casserole Recipes

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Are you looking for a comforting and flavorful side dish that will be a hit at your next gathering? Look no further than the classic Southern dish: Escalloped Cabbage Casserole. This hearty casserole is made with layers of tender cabbage, creamy sauce, and crunchy bread crumbs, creating a delightful combination of textures and flavors. Our article features three variations of this classic recipe, each offering a unique twist to suit different tastes and preferences.

The first recipe is the Traditional Escalloped Cabbage Casserole, a timeless classic that delivers the comforting flavors of cabbage, cheese, and creamy sauce. The second recipe introduces a twist with the addition of smoky bacon and caramelized onions, creating a savory and flavorful dish that will tantalize your taste buds. Finally, the third recipe takes a lighter approach with a Low-Carb Escalloped Cabbage Casserole, perfect for those watching their carb intake. This version uses cauliflower rice instead of bread crumbs, resulting in a healthier and equally delicious casserole.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SCALLOPED CABBAGE CASSEROLE



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I've taken this dish to many church dinners and receive good comments every time. If your children won't eat cabbage, try making this recipe for them (but don't tell them what's in it!).

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 55m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 cups thinly sliced cabbage (2-2-1/2 pounds)
2 large carrots, shredded
1 medium onion, finely chopped
5 tablespoons butter, divided
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups whole milk
1-1/2 cups shredded process American cheese
1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1 teaspoon dried marjoram
1 teaspoon dried thyme

Steps:

  • Place 1 in. of water, cabbage and carrots in a large skillet; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until crisp-tender. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, saute the onion in 3 tablespoons of butter until tender. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper; cook until bubbly. Gradually add milk; cook and stir until thickened. , Drain cabbage and carrots; place half in a greased 2-1/2-qt. baking dish. Top with half of the sauce; sprinkle with half of the cheese. Repeat layers. , In a small skillet, melt remaining butter. Add the crumbs, marjoram and thyme; cook and stir until lightly browned. Sprinkle over casserole. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until the cabbage is tender and the top is browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 193 calories, Fat 13g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 538mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

SCALLOPED CABBAGE



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This is a cabbage casserole that is just delicious. Great in place of a starch at a meal. Also good with ham, pork or any barbecued meat.

Provided by GRAMMYROSE

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles

Time 1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons butter
1 medium head cabbage, cored and sliced thin
1 large onion, chopped
1 ½ cups milk
4 eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup crushed saltine crackers
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x12 inch casserole dish.
  • Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add cabbage and onion and cook for about 20 minutes, or until tender, stirring often. Add milk and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes. Gently pour in eggs, stirring constantly. Stir in 3/4 of the cracker crumbs, and the salt and pepper; mix well. Pour into casserole dish and top with remaining cracker crumbs. Dot with butter.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until golden brown and heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 203.3 calories, Carbohydrate 21.2 g, Cholesterol 139.1 mg, Fat 9.8 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 9.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 623.3 mg, Sugar 8.5 g

SCALLOPED CABBAGE



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My mother always made this dish as a special treat, and now I do, too. The combination of ingredients is just right-the white sauce and cheese complement the flavor of the cabbage so well that even people who don't care for cabbage like it!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 medium head cabbage, chopped (about 4 cups)
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
1 cup whole milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
3/4 cup bread crumbs
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Place cabbage in a greased 2-qt. casserole; set aside. In a saucepan, heat oil over medium. Stir in flour, salt and pepper; cook until bubbly. gradually stir in milk; cook and stir until thickened. Fold in cheese. Pour over cabbage. Combine bread crumbs and butter; sprinkle on top. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-30 minutes or until bubbly. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts :

ESCALLOPED CABBAGE W/CORNFLAKE TOPPING



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A delicious cabbage side dish that can be lightened up by using low fat or fat free milk, mayo and soup.

Provided by Daily Inspiration S

Categories     Side Casseroles

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 c crushed cornflakes
1/4 c butter, melted
1 pkg 10-oz pkg. shredded "angel hair" cabbage
1 large sweet onion, halved and thinly sliced
1/2 c milk
1/2 c mayonnaise
1 can(s) 10.5 oz. can cream of celery soup, undiluted
1 c sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • 1. Stir cereal and butter together and spoon half of this mixture into a lightly greased 11 x 7 inch baking dish. Top with cabbage and onion.
  • 2. Mix together the milk, mayo and soup; pour over cabbage. Sprinkle with cheese and remaining cereal mixture.
  • 3. Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour.

BETH'S SCALLOPED CABBAGE



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Excellent holiday side dish.

Provided by Andrea

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 medium head cabbage, cut into small wedges
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup milk
⅔ cup shredded American cheese
½ cup crushed buttery round crackers

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 2 quart casserole dish.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook cabbage in boiling water until barely tender, about 10 minutes; drain.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Blend in flour, milk, and salt. Cook and stir until slightly thickened, and then fold in cheese.
  • Transfer cabbage to prepared casserole dish, and stir in cheese sauce. Sprinkle cracker crumbs on top.
  • Bake for 25 to 30 minutes in the preheated oven, or until top is browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 238.7 calories, Carbohydrate 22.6 g, Cholesterol 25.2 mg, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 7.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 606.6 mg, Sugar 6.9 g

MARY'S CHEESY SCALLOPED CABBAGE



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A culinary match made in heaven! The cabbage and cheese are simply divine together.

Provided by Ellen Bales

Categories     Side Casseroles

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 small head green cabbage
2 c cheddar cheese, shredded
1 1/2 c medium white sauce
1/2 - 3/4 c fine bread crumbs, buttered
1/2 tsp salt
1 Tbsp butter
WHITE SAUCE:
3 Tbsp butter
3 Tbsp all purpose flour
1/4 tsp salt
1 1/2 c milk

Steps:

  • 1. Cut cabbage into wedges and cook uncovered until tender (about 25 minutes). Add salt to water just before cooking is completed. Drain cabbage, add butter.
  • 2. For white sauce: in a saucepan, melt butter over low heat, add flour and salt, stir until combined. Gradually add the milk, stirring constantly until thickened.
  • 3. Layer the cabbage, cheese, and white sauce in a 2-1/2 qt. casserole dish. Repeat layers.
  • 4. Top with buttered bread crumbs.
  • 5. Bake at 375 for 25 minutes, or until bread crumbs are browned.
  • 6. A good side dish with ham, pork, sausage, or as a vegetarian main dish. A picture of the lady who is responsible for this recipe: Mary Armstrong Bales, God bless her!

SCALLOPED CABBAGE CASSEROLE



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This is our New Year's Day cabbage dish. My husband, who is not a cabbage lover, will actually eat this and ask for seconds.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 cups thinly sliced cabbage
2 large carrots, shredded
1 onion, finely chopped
5 tablespoons butter or 5 tablespoons margarine, divided
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
salt and pepper
1 1/2 cups milk
1 1/2 cups shredded American cheese
1/2 cup dry seasoned dry bread crumb
1 teaspoon dried marjoram
1 teaspoon dried thyme

Steps:

  • In a pot of salted boiling water, cook cabbage and carrots until crisp-tender.
  • In a sauce pan, melt butter over medium heat; saute onions until tender.
  • Add in flour, salt, and pepper; stir and cook until bubbly.
  • Gradually add milk; cook and stir until thickened.
  • Drain cabbage and carrots; place half in a greased 2 1/2 to 3 quart baking dish.
  • Top with half of the sauce.
  • Sprinkle with half of the cheese; repeat layers.
  • In a smaller skillet, melt remainder of butter.
  • Add bread crumbs, marjoram, and thyme.
  • Cook, stirring, until lightly browned.
  • Sprinkle over casserole.
  • Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees for 30-35 minutes or until cabbage is tender and bread crumb topping is browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162.5, Fat 9.5, SaturatedFat 5.7, Cholesterol 25.6, Sodium 231.1, Carbohydrate 16.6, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 4.4, Protein 4.2

SCALLOPED CABBAGE



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My grandparents always had a large garden and every summer we kids would have to help pick and can. Nobody liked to eat cabbage so Grandma would fix Scalloped Cabbage - we never complained again!

Provided by CindiJ

Categories     Vegetable

Time 50m

Yield 8-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 head cabbage
4 tablespoons butter
4 tablespoons flour
1 1/2 cups half-and-half
8 ounces Velveeta cheese, cubed
salt & pepper
crushed cracker (for garnish if desired)

Steps:

  • Cut cabbage up into bite size pieces.
  • Par-boil approximately 3-5 minutes, drain well.
  • Place cabbage in greased 9x13 casserole.
  • Set aside.
  • Melt butter in large saucepan.
  • Stir in flour and allow to cook 2-3 minutes over medium heat while stirring constantly (I also add salt & pepper to my white sauce to season - approximately 1/4 teaspoons of each).
  • Stir in half n half making a thick white sauce. Make your white sauce as thick as you prefer. The thinner the sauce, the more "soupy" the dish will be.
  • Cut up Velveeta cheese and stir to melt.
  • Season cabbage with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Pour cheese sauce over cabbage and bake covered with foil in 350º oven approximately 30-45 minutes till bubbly and cabbage is tender.
  • If using the crushed crackers, use saltines or Ritz style crackers accordingly to your tastes. Sprinkle over the top and bake an additional 10 minutes.
  • *Updated 7/14/11 - I added 1/4 cup chopped onion to the cabbage while boiling. This went totally undiscovered but did enhance the flavor!
  • If you are frying chicken or pork chops to serve with this, use your seasoned flour for the white sauce before coating the meat.

Tips:

  • To ensure your scalloped cabbage casserole turns out perfectly, it's crucial to choose the right type of cabbage. Look for firm, compact heads with tightly packed leaves. Avoid any heads with signs of wilting, bruising, or yellowing.
  • When preparing the cabbage, remove the tough outer leaves and core. Then, thinly slice the cabbage to ensure even cooking throughout the dish.
  • To achieve a rich and flavorful casserole, consider using a combination of cheeses. A blend of sharp cheddar, Gruyère, and Parmesan provides a delectable and complex taste profile.
  • For an extra touch of smokiness and depth of flavor, add cooked bacon or sausage to the casserole. These ingredients will enhance the overall taste and make the dish even more satisfying.
  • If you prefer a crispy and golden-brown topping, sprinkle some bread crumbs or crushed crackers over the casserole before baking. This will create a delightful textural contrast to the creamy interior.
  • To ensure the casserole is cooked evenly, bake it in a preheated oven at the recommended temperature. Avoid opening the oven door frequently during baking, as this can disrupt the cooking process.

Conclusion:

Escalloped cabbage casserole is a versatile and comforting dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a hearty side. With its creamy, cheesy interior and crispy topping, this casserole is sure to be a hit at your next gathering. Feel free to experiment with different ingredients and techniques to create your own unique variations of this classic recipe. Whether you prefer a simple and straightforward version or one loaded with additional flavors and textures, the scalloped cabbage casserole is a dish that will satisfy your taste buds and warm your soul.

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