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cabbage casserole with cheese, diced tomatoes, ground beef, other veggies, and fresh chopped parsley.

Easy Cheesy Cabbage Casserole

This cabbage casserole is hearty, cheesy, and loaded with ground beef and tender cabbage for all the cozy flavours of cabbage rolls without the extra work.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings 6 Servings

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 small green cabbage chopped, about 8 cups
  • 1 green bell pepper seeded and diced
  • 1 small white or yellow onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 (26-ounce) can Italian-style diced tomatoes (see Note)
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp salt or to taste
  • ½ tsp black pepper or to taste
  • 2 cups freshly shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese
  • fresh parsley for garnish, optional

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks.
    browned ground beef in a black pot.
    • Drain excess grease to keep the casserole from becoming oily.
  • Stir in the onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until softened.
    browned ground beef, diced green peppers and white onions in a black pot.
  • Stir in the chopped cabbage and cook, stirring frequently, until it softens to your liking, about 10 to 20 minutes.
    cooked ground beef and cabbage in a pot
  • Add the diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well and let it simmer for a few minutes.
    green cabbage, spices, and diced tomatoes cooking in a black pot.
  • Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and sprinkle evenly with the shredded cheese.
    unbaked cabbage casserole in a baking dish topped with shredded orange and white cheese.
  • Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.
    freshly baked cheesy cabbage casserole with ground beef in a rectangular baking dish.

Notes

Cook the cabbage to your liking before baking. It won't soften much more in the oven, so cook it longer if you prefer a more tender texture.
Drain the diced tomatoes if you prefer a thicker casserole. Leaving the juices in creates a saucier casserole, which I personally enjoy.
Grate your own cheese for the smoothest, meltiest topping. Pre-shredded cheese doesn't melt quite as well.
Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving so it holds together better and is easier to scoop.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 4 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Serving | Calories: 319kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 85mg | Sodium: 707mg | Potassium: 555mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 575IU | Vitamin C: 61mg | Calcium: 334mg | Iron: 3mg
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