Best 3 Franks Cabbage And Ground Beef Bake Crock Pot Slow Cooker Recipes

Craving a comforting and flavorful weeknight meal? Look no further than this delectable Franks Cabbage and Ground Beef Bake, a culinary masterpiece that combines the goodness of cabbage, ground beef, and tangy Frank's RedHot sauce. Slow-cooked to perfection in your trusty crock pot or slow cooker, this dish promises tender cabbage, savory ground beef, and a rich, slightly spicy sauce that will tantalize your taste buds. The best part? It's incredibly easy to make, requiring minimal effort and yielding maximum satisfaction.

Alongside the classic Franks Cabbage and Ground Beef Bake recipe, this article offers three exciting variations to cater to diverse preferences. For those who enjoy a cheesy twist, the Cheesy Franks Cabbage and Ground Beef Bake adds a generous helping of melty cheddar cheese, resulting in a gooey, irresistible casserole. Craving a zesty kick? The Spicy Franks Cabbage and Ground Beef Bake incorporates diced jalapeños and cayenne pepper, creating a fiery rendition that will set your taste buds ablaze. And for those seeking a healthier option, the Healthy Franks Cabbage and Ground Beef Bake swaps ground beef for lean ground turkey and incorporates a medley of colorful vegetables, resulting in a guilt-free yet equally delicious dish.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

SLOW COOKER CABBAGE AND GROUND BEEF CASSEROLE RECIPE

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This slow cooker ground beef and cabbage dish is similar to stuffed cabbage. Ground beef and cabbage wedges are topped with a tomato-based sauce.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories Entree Dinner

Time 8h12m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef
1 medium onion (chopped)
1 small head cabbage
30 ounces diced tomatoes (canned)
8 ounces tomato sauce, canned or 10 3/4 ounces condensed tomato soup (canned)
Dash of cinnamon (or to taste)
Dash salt (or to taste)
Dash pepper (or to taste)

Steps:

Gather the ingredients.
Place a large skillet over medium heat, and add about 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the ground beef and chopped onion and cook, stirring and breaking up the beef until the beef is no longer pink.
With a slotted spoon, transfer the beef mixture to the crockery insert of your slow cooker .
Slice cabbage into small wedges ; place on top of the ground beef.
Mix tomatoes, sauce, and seasonings-cinnamon (if using), salt, and pepper; pour over all.
Cover and cook on low 6 to 8 hours.
Serve the beef and cabbage with the sauce and hot cooked rice or boiled potatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 373 kcal, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 101 mg, Fiber 7 g, Protein 37 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 485 mg, Sugar 14 g, Fat 14 g, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

SLOW-COOKER BEEF STEW

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When there's a chill in the air, nothing beats this Crock-Pot beef stew. Seasoned with thyme and dry mustard, the hearty slow-cooker beef stew is chock-full of tender carrots, potatoes and meat. -Earnestine Wilson, Waco, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 7h25m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1-1/2 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed
6 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch lengths
1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
3 celery ribs, coarsely chopped
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1-1/2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
3 tablespoons canola oil
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon browning sauce, optional
Minced fresh thyme

Steps:

Layer the potatoes, carrots, onion and celery in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Place flour in a large shallow dish. Add stew meat; turn to coat evenly. In a large skillet, brown meat in oil in batches. Place over vegetables., In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, broth, mustard, salt, pepper, thyme and, if desired, browning sauce. Pour over beef. Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours, or until the meat and vegetables are tender. If desired, sprinkle with fresh thyme before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 272 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 53mg cholesterol, Sodium 541mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SLOW COOKER CABBAGE ROLL CASSEROLE

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Yummy and less work than the real cabbage rolls. There is no rice in this recipe, because I don't like rice in my cabbage rolls.

Provided by Parsley

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 8h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 -1 1/2 lb lean ground turkey or 1 -1 1/2 lb extra lean ground beef
2 cups chopped onions
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
3 garlic cloves, crushed
1/4-1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1 small head green cabbage, coarsely chopped
1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce, can add another 8- 15 oz if you like more sauce

Steps:

Spary crock pot with nonstick cooking spray.
Crumble the raw ground turkey (or beef) and spread along bottom of crock pot.
Add the onions, green pepper, garlic, salt, pepper, thyme and cabbage.
Pour the diced tomatoes over top.
Mix the sugar into the tomato sauce and pour over everything. If you like more sauce, add another 8-oz or 15-oz can of tomato sauce.
Cover and cook on low for about 8 hours or on high for about 4 hours.
When done, remove lid and stir to mix well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199.5, Fat 6.3, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 52.2, Sodium 542.8, Carbohydrate 20, Fiber 6.1, Sugar 11.6, Protein 18.8

Tips:

To save time, use pre-shredded cabbage.
Use a lean ground beef to reduce the amount of grease in the dish.
Add some chopped carrots or celery for extra vegetables.
If you like a little spice, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.
Serve over mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles.

Conclusion:

Frank's Cabbage and Ground Beef Bake is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a busy weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover cabbage. The combination of ground beef, cabbage, and tomatoes is hearty and flavorful, and the slow cooker makes it a breeze to prepare. So next time you're looking for a simple and satisfying meal, give Frank's Cabbage and Ground Beef Bake a try.