Description
A comforting and flavorful Cheesy Cabbage Beef Casserole that transforms simple ingredients into a satisfying one-pan meal. This low-carb dish is perfect for busy weeknights, offering a hearty and cheesy bake.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Ground Beef (80/20 or 85/15 recommended)
- 1 large head of Green Cabbage (about 6–8 cups, cored and roughly chopped or shredded)
- 1 large Yellow Onion, diced
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil or Avocado Oil (if needed)
- 8 oz Cream Cheese, cut into cubes and softened
- 1/2 cup Beef Broth (low-sodium)
- 1 tsp Smoked Paprika
- 1 tsp Dried Oregano
- 1 tsp Salt (or to taste)
- 1/2 tsp Black Pepper (freshly ground, or to taste)
- 2 cups Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese, divided
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch casserole dish.
- Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat until no pink remains. Transfer beef to a bowl, leaving 1-2 tablespoons of fat in the skillet.
- Add diced onion to the skillet and sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add chopped cabbage to the skillet and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring frequently, until wilted and tender-crisp.
- Return the cooked ground beef to the skillet. Add softened cream cheese, beef broth, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir over medium heat until cream cheese melts and a creamy sauce forms.
- Remove from heat. Stir in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese until melted. Pour the mixture into the prepared casserole dish and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the top. Bake for 20-25 minutes until hot and bubbly.
- For a golden crust, broil for the last 1-3 minutes, watching closely.
- Let the Cheesy Cabbage Beef Casserole rest for 10-15 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Using a large skillet is important to avoid overcrowding when cooking the cabbage.
- Drain excess grease from the beef to prevent a greasy casserole.
- Shredding your own cheese provides a smoother melt.
- Allowing the casserole to rest before serving helps it set.
- Taste and adjust seasonings before assembling the casserole.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8th of casserole
- Calories: 450-550 kcal
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: N/A
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: N/A
- Cholesterol: N/A