Description
Comforting German-inspired Creamed Cabbage and Ground Beef Casserole blends hearty flavors with creamy textures. Warm family meals find new life in this rustic dish that brings rich, satisfying goodness you’ll savor with each delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 1 pound ground beef
Vegetables:
- 1 small head green cabbage, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Dairy and Seasonings:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) heavy cream
- 1 cup (100 grams) shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup (25 grams) grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 350F (175C), ensuring an even warmth for optimal cooking.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium temperature, then sauté diced onions and minced garlic until the onions become translucent and fragrant.
- Introduce ground beef to the skillet, browning thoroughly and eliminating any excess fat to maintain a clean, rich flavor profile.
- Incorporate chopped cabbage into the meat mixture, allowing it to soften and meld with the other ingredients for 5-7 minutes.
- Enrich the mixture by pouring in heavy cream and seasoning with paprika, salt, and black pepper, then simmer for an additional 5 minutes to develop depth of flavor.
- Carefully transfer the cabbage and beef mixture to a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, creating an even layer for consistent cooking.
- Generously top the casserole with shredded cheddar cheese, followed by a sprinkle of grated Parmesan to create a golden, crispy cheese crust.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, watching for the cheese to become bubbly and achieve a rich, golden-brown color.
- Allow the casserole to rest for a few minutes after removing from the oven, which helps the dish set and makes serving easier.
Notes
- Customize heat levels by adjusting black pepper and adding red pepper flakes for extra kick.
- Low-carb dieters can replace cabbage with cauliflower for similar texture and reduced carbohydrate content.
- Swap ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based meat alternatives for healthier protein options.
- Use lactose-free cheese or nutritional yeast to make the dish dairy-free and suitable for sensitive individuals.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 621 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 750 mg
- Fat: 52 g
- Saturated Fat: 22 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg