Description
Hearty Cabbage Beef Bake brings comfort and warmth to family dinner tables across North America. Layers of savory ground beef, tender cabbage, and rich seasonings combine into a satisfying meal that promises delicious memories with each comforting bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground beef
Vegetables:
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cups (680 grams) cabbage, chopped
- 1 can (14.5 ounces/411 grams) diced tomatoes, undrained
Seasonings and Additional Ingredients:
- 1 cup (200 grams) cooked rice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup (100 grams) shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) beef broth
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 350F (175C) and coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter for optimal non-stick performance.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté ground beef and onions for 5-7 minutes until the meat is completely browned and onions become translucent. Remove excess grease thoroughly.
- Enhance the beef mixture with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, mixing evenly to distribute seasonings.
- Create the first layer in the baking dish by spreading half of the chopped cabbage across the bottom as a foundational base.
- Distribute the seasoned beef mixture uniformly over the cabbage, creating a dense protein layer.
- Spread the cooked rice evenly across the beef, providing a substantial middle layer.
- Pour undrained diced tomatoes over the rice, ensuring complete coverage and added moisture.
- Arrange the remaining cabbage on top as the final vegetable layer.
- Gently pour beef broth across the entire dish, allowing liquid to penetrate all layers.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes, maintaining moisture and even cooking.
- Remove foil and generously sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top layer.
- Return to the oven uncovered for an additional 10-15 minutes until cheese melts completely and develops a golden, bubbly texture.
Notes
- Use lean ground beef to reduce fat content and create a healthier version of the dish.
- Drain beef thoroughly to prevent excess grease from making the casserole soggy.
- Swap white rice with cauliflower rice for a low-carb, keto-friendly alternative that maintains the same texture.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like mozzarella or pepper jack for unique flavor profiles and added excitement to the recipe.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 405 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 750 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg