Best 6 Hearty Cabbage Casserole Recipes

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Indulge in the comforting goodness of our hearty cabbage casserole, a delightful dish that combines simple, wholesome ingredients to create a symphony of flavors. This casserole is not only a culinary delight but also a versatile dish that can be tailored to your preferences. Whether you're a vegetarian seeking a hearty meatless meal or a meat lover craving a flavorful side dish, this recipe has something for everyone. With variations ranging from a classic cabbage casserole to a cheesy, bacon-infused delight, you'll find the perfect recipe to satisfy your cravings. So, prepare to embark on a culinary journey as we explore the diverse and delectable world of cabbage casseroles.

**The Hearty Cabbage Casserole:**

* Classic Cabbage Casserole: Experience the timeless flavors of this traditional recipe. Cabbage, ground beef, rice, and a creamy sauce come together in perfect harmony, creating a comforting and satisfying dish.

* Cheesy Cabbage Casserole: Elevate your casserole game with this cheesy delight. A blend of cheddar and Parmesan cheeses adds a rich and gooey texture, transforming the casserole into a cheesy masterpiece.

* Bacon-Infused Cabbage Casserole: Indulge in the smoky, savory flavors of bacon. Crispy bacon bits add an irresistible crunch and depth of flavor, making this casserole a true crowd-pleaser.

* Vegetarian Cabbage Casserole: For a meatless marvel, try our vegetarian cabbage casserole. Hearty lentils and flavorful vegetables take center stage, delivering a satisfying and protein-packed meal.

* Creamy Cabbage Casserole: Experience the velvety smoothness of our creamy cabbage casserole. A rich and creamy sauce envelops the tender cabbage, creating a luscious and comforting dish.

No matter your preference, our hearty cabbage casserole recipes offer a delightful culinary experience. From the classic comfort of the traditional casserole to the cheesy indulgence of the bacon-infused variation, each recipe promises to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

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

EASY CABBAGE CASSEROLE



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This is a quick and easy recipe and is so delicious! This cabbage casserole is a favorite at family reunions and church suppers. Even the kids love it!

Provided by Joy Miller

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 small head cabbage, shredded
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 large onion, thinly sliced
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of celery soup
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 ½ cups Italian-seasoned bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mix cabbage, Cheddar cheese, onion, cream of celery soup, and butter in a large bowl. Mixture will be dry. Transfer to a large baking dish, spreading vegetables evenly; sprinkle with breadcrumbs. Cover baking dish with aluminum foil.
  • Baked in preheated oven for 45 minutes and remove foil. Continue baking until bubbly and lightly browned, about 15 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 282.8 calories, Carbohydrate 25.4 g, Cholesterol 41.7 mg, Fat 15.3 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 12.1 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 897.4 mg, Sugar 5.6 g

AWESOME CABBAGE CASSEROLE



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This recipe is a dish that my sister-n-law brought to a Christmas gathering. It was such at hit that she had to give us all the recipe!

Provided by Mrs. Janet

Categories     Vegetable

Time 55m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 small cabbage
1 medium onion
1/4 cup margarine or 1/4 cup butter, melted
salt
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 (10 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
1/4 cup margarine or 1/4 cup butter, melted
1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
30 butter flavored crackers, crushed (Waverly Wafers)

Steps:

  • Coarsely chop cabbage in large casserole dish sprayed with PAM.
  • Sprinkle onion on top of cabbage.
  • Pour melted butter over cabbage.
  • Sprinkle with salt.
  • Mix Mayo and soup together and then spread over cabbage and onions.
  • For topping, mix together melted butter, crushed crackers and grated cheese.
  • Sprinkle over top of casserole.
  • Bake at 350 for 45 minutes or until bubbly and brown.
  • Enjoy!

HEARTY CABBAGE CASSEROLE



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This hearty cabbage casserole has all the flavors of stuffed cabbage rolls but requires much less work.

Provided by Vered DeLeeuw

Categories     Main Course

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 lb. 85% lean ground beef
1 medium onion (chopped (6 oz))
2 teaspoons Diamond Crystal kosher salt ((or 1 teaspoon fine salt))
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
28 oz diced tomatoes (well drained)
1 medium green cabbage (roughly chopped (1 lb.))
1.5 cup cheddar (shredded, divided (6 oz total))

Steps:

  • Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F. Grease a 2-quart (7 X 11-inch) baking dish.
  • In a large, deep skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef, onion, salt and pepper. Cook until the beef is browned, about 5 minutes, stirring and breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon.
  • Add the garlic, paprika, thyme, and cayenne and cook for 30 seconds, stirring.
  • Add the drained tomatoes and the chopped cabbage. Continue to cook, stirring often, until the cabbage is tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Turn the heat off and stir in one cup of the shredded cheese.
  • Using a slotted spoon, transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
  • Bake, uncovered, until the casserole is bubbly and the cheese is browned, 20-30 minutes.
  • Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 376 kcal, Carbohydrate 13 g, Protein 22 g, Fat 26 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Sodium 884 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 8 g, ServingSize 1 serving

STUFFED CABBAGE CASSEROLE



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"I came up with this recipe because I love the taste of cabbage rolls, but don't always have the time to prepare them," writes Joann Alexander from Center, Texas. "My version uses the same ingredients in a simpler manner for hearty results everyone enjoys!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 4h20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound ground beef
1/3 cup chopped onion
4 cups chopped cabbage
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 cup uncooked instant rice
1 cup water
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1/2 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 to 2 tablespoons sugar, optional
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker; add cabbage, green pepper and rice. , In a large bowl, combine the water and tomato paste. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Pour over beef mixture; mix well. Cover and cook on low until rice and vegetables are tender, 4-5 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 815mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

CABBAGE CASSEROLE



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Even those who don't care for cabbage will enjoy it make this way. This tangy, creamy, comforting side dish goes exceptionally well with pork roast. -Ruby Williams, Bogalusa, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 large head cabbage, shredded (about 12 cups)
1 onion, chopped
6 tablespoons butter, divided
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
8 ounces Velveeta, cubed
Salt and pepper to taste
1/4 cup dry bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Cook cabbage in boiling water until tender; drain thoroughly. In a large skillet, saute onion in 5 tablespoons butter until tender. Stir in soup. Add cheese; stir until melted. Remove from the heat. Stir in the cabbage, salt and pepper. , Transfer to an ungreased 2-qt. baking dish. In a small skillet, melt remaining butter. Cook and stir crumbs in butter until lightly browned; sprinkle over casserole. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20 to 30 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 259 calories, Fat 18g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 749mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

CABBAGE ROLL CASSEROLE



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I layer cabbage with tomato sauce and ground beef lasagna-style to create a hearty casserole that tastes like cabbage rolls but without all the work. -Doreen Martin, Kitimat, British Columbia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 pounds ground beef
1 large onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (15 ounces each) tomato sauce, divided
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dill weed
1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 cups cooked rice
4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1 medium head cabbage (2 pounds), shredded
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
Coarsely ground pepper, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat, crumbling beef, until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain. Stir in 1 can tomato sauce and next 6 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 5 minutes. Stir in rice and bacon; remove from heat., Layer a third of the cabbage in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Top with half the meat mixture. Repeat layers; top with remaining cabbage. Pour remaining tomato sauce over top. , Cover and bake 45 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with cheese. Bake until cheese is melted, about 10 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes before serving. If desired, sprinkle with coarsely ground pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 544mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

Tips:

  • For a crispier casserole, use a combination of green and red cabbage.
  • Adding bacon or sausage to the casserole will give it a smoky, savory flavor.
  • If you don't have any cream of celery soup, you can use cream of mushroom soup instead.
  • To make the casserole ahead of time, assemble it and bake it for 30 minutes. Then, cover it and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours. When you're ready to serve, bake it for an additional 30 minutes, or until it's heated through.
  • Serve the casserole with a side of mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a salad.

Conclusion:

Hearty cabbage casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal. It's packed with cabbage, carrots, celery, and onions, and it's topped with a creamy sauce and a cheesy breadcrumb topping. This casserole is also a great way to use up leftover cabbage. So next time you have some cabbage on hand, give this recipe a try!

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