Description
A creamy, hearty casserole made with tender cabbage, seasoned ground beef, and a rich cream sauce, topped with melted cheese. This comforting dish is perfect for a cozy and satisfying family dinner.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
1 small onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
4 cups cabbage, chopped
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup sour cream
1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
1/2 cup breadcrumbs (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until softened and fragrant. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the chopped cabbage and cook for about 5 minutes until slightly softened. Season with black pepper and smoked paprika.
- Add the heavy cream and sour cream, stirring until fully combined and creamy.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top and add breadcrumbs if using.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until bubbly and golden. Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Swap ground beef for ground turkey for a lighter option.
Mix cheddar and mozzarella for a more complex cheese flavor.
Skip breadcrumbs for a lower-carb version.
Add mushrooms or spinach for extra vegetables.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheat in a 350°F oven until warmed through or microwave in short intervals.
Freeze after baking for up to 2 months and thaw overnight before reheating.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 19 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg
