This Savory Cabbage Beef Bake is a comforting and delicious dish that combines ground beef, cabbage, and cheese, all baked to perfection. It’s a wonderful option for family dinners, easy to make, and packed with flavor!
Ingredients
- 1 medium head of cabbage, chopped
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheese (your choice)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
Step 1:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Step 2:
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Step 3:
Add chopped onion and garlic; sauté until softened.
Step 4:
Stir in ground beef; cook until browned.
Step 5:
Add diced tomatoes, cooked rice, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper to the mixture.
Step 6:
Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring well to combine.
Step 7:
In a large baking dish, layer half of the chopped cabbage at the bottom.
Step 8:
Spread the beef mixture over the cabbage layer.
Step 9:
Top with the remaining cabbage and sprinkle with shredded cheese.
Step 10:
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender and the cheese is bubbly.
Pairings
- Crusty Bread: A warm, crunchy baguette is perfect for soaking up any extra juices from the bake.
- Fresh Garden Salad: A light salad adds freshness and balances the hearty flavors of the dish.
Storage Tips
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- You can freeze the bake before or after cooking for up to 2 months. Just make sure to wrap it tightly.
- Reheat in the oven for best results, ensuring it’s heated through before serving.
Savory Cabbage Beef Bake
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Baking Dish
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 medium head cabbage chopped
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup cooked rice
Seasonings
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Additional Ingredients
- 1 cup shredded cheese your choice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and garlic; sauté until softened.
- Stir in ground beef; cook until browned.
- Add diced tomatoes, cooked rice, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper to the mixture.
- Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring well to combine.
- In a large baking dish, layer half of the chopped cabbage at the bottom.
- Spread the beef mixture over the cabbage layer.
- Top with the remaining cabbage and sprinkle with shredded cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender and the cheese is bubbly.