Description
Hearty Cabbage Beef Bake brings rustic comfort straight from European kitchens to dinner tables. Layers of tender beef, caramelized cabbage, and rich seasonings create a satisfying meal you’ll crave on chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 1.5 lbs ground beef
- 0.5 lbs beef chuck, cubed
Vegetables:
- 1 medium head cabbage, chopped
- 1 large onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
Seasonings and Extras:
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 0.25 cup beef broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large egg
- 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and generously grease a large baking dish to prevent sticking.
- In a spacious skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and brown ground beef and cubed beef chuck until they develop a rich, caramelized exterior.
- Add diced onions, minced garlic, and chopped green bell pepper to the meat, sautéing until vegetables become translucent and fragrant.
- Incorporate tomato paste, paprika, salt, and black pepper into the meat mixture, stirring thoroughly to ensure even seasoning distribution.
- Layer chopped cabbage across the bottom of the prepared baking dish, creating an even, dense base.
- Spread the seasoned meat and vegetable mixture uniformly over the cabbage layer.
- In a small bowl, whisk the egg with beef broth, then pour the liquid mixture evenly across the casserole.
- Sprinkle breadcrumbs over the top to create a crispy, golden crust.
- Generously cover the entire surface with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 45-50 minutes, or until the cheese turns golden brown and the cabbage becomes tender.
- Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld and settle.
Notes
- Choose lean ground beef or turkey for a healthier protein option that reduces overall fat content.
- Slice cabbage uniformly to ensure even cooking and consistent texture throughout the bake.
- Replace breadcrumbs with gluten-free alternatives like crushed pork rinds or almond meal for low-carb and keto-friendly variations.
- Add extra vegetables like sliced mushrooms or zucchini to boost nutritional value and create more depth in the casserole’s flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 436
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 562 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg