Description
This Cheesy Cabbage Casserole is warm, creamy, and loaded with cheesy goodness! It’s the perfect comfort food side dish or even a light main course. If you love cabbage rolls but want an easier version, this dish is for you! With savory ground meat, creamy soup, and a cheesy topping, it’s a crowd-pleasing dish perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 small head of cabbage, chopped (about 6–7 cups)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 lb ground beef or sausage (optional)
- 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of mushroom soup (or cream of chicken)
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp salt (or to taste)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
- 1 cup crushed Ritz crackers (or breadcrumbs)
- 3 tbsp butter, melted (for topping)
Instructions
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Preheat & Prep:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
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Cook the Cabbage:
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add onion and sauté until soft, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in chopped cabbage and cook until just softened (5-7 minutes), stirring occasionally.
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Cook the Meat (If Using):
- In a separate pan, cook ground beef or sausage until browned. Drain any excess grease.
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Mix the Casserole:
- In a large bowl, whisk together cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Stir in sautéed cabbage and onions.
- Add the cooked meat (if using).
- Mix in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
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Assemble & Bake:
- Spread the cabbage mixture evenly in the prepared dish.
- Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup cheddar cheese over the top.
- In a small bowl, mix crushed Ritz crackers with melted butter, then sprinkle over the casserole.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, until bubbly and golden brown.
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Serve & Enjoy:
- Let it cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.
- Serve warm as a side dish or even a main meal with cornbread!
Notes
- Meat-Free Option: For a vegetarian version, simply omit the ground meat and use a plant-based alternative or increase the cabbage.
- Substitutes: Feel free to use gluten-free crackers or breadcrumbs if you need a gluten-free version.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8th of casserole
- Calories: 330 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 60mg