Description
This cheesy cabbage casserole brings tender cabbage and melted cheese together in a comforting dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or potluck gatherings. You’ll love how simple ingredients create such a satisfying, cozy bake.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 medium head cabbage, chopped
- 2 cups shredded cheese
- 1 cup cooked rice
Supporting Ingredients:
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Seasoning:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Warm your oven to precisely 350°F, creating the perfect environment for a comforting casserole.
- Submerge chopped cabbage in boiling water, cooking for exactly 5 minutes until it softens slightly. Thoroughly drain excess liquid.
- Combine 1 cup cooked rice, 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, 1 cup sour cream, the boiled cabbage, 1 chopped onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon pepper, and ½ teaspoon paprika in a spacious mixing bowl.
- Coat a baking dish generously with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
- Spread the cabbage mixture evenly into the prepared dish, ensuring all ingredients are distributed smoothly.
- Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for precisely 30-35 minutes, watching for a golden-brown top and bubbling edges.
- Remove from the oven and allow the casserole to rest for 5 minutes, which helps the ingredients settle and makes serving easier.
Notes
- Always choose fresh, crisp cabbage for the best texture and flavor in your casserole.
- Drain the cabbage thoroughly to prevent excess water from making the dish soggy.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like sharp cheddar or gruyere for a unique twist.
- For a gluten-free version, use cauliflower rice instead of traditional rice and ensure your cheese is gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Casseroles
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 to 6
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg