Cabbage Beef Casserole

Warm, hearty, and bursting with comforting flavors, this Cabbage Beef Casserole is the perfect weeknight family dinner. Featuring tender ground beef, aromatic garlic, sautéed cabbage, and a rich tomato-infused sauce, this layered dish is a satisfying blend of textures and tastes. Topped with a generous sprinkle of melted cheese, it’s baked to golden perfection over a bed of fluffy rice, tying everything together in every bite. Ready in just over an hour, this one-pan casserole is easy to make and packed with nutritious ingredients, like green cabbage and lean protein. Whether you're looking for cozy comfort food or a make-ahead meal that reheats beautifully, this classic casserole checks all the boxes. Serve it with fresh parsley or a dollop of sour cream for an extra touch of flavor! Perfect for feeding a crowd or meal prepping for the week, this recipe is a must-try.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 small head green cabbage, chopped
• 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
• 1 15-ounce can diced tomatoes
• 1 15-ounce can tomato sauce
• 0.5 cup beef broth
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1.5 cups shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks. Remove any excess grease, if necessary.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and garlic to the skillet with the ground beef. Cook for 3-4 minutes, until the onion is softened and the garlic is fragrant.

Step 4

Add the chopped cabbage to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage begins to soften.

Step 5

Stir in the diced tomatoes (with their juices), tomato sauce, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes so the flavors can meld together.

Step 6

Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. Spread the cooked rice evenly across the bottom of the dish.

Step 7

Pour the beef and cabbage mixture over the rice, spreading it out in an even layer.

Step 8

Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.

Step 9

Cover the casserole dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Step 10

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 11

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 12

Optional: Garnish with chopped parsley or a dollop of sour cream before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2573.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2699.5

Total Fat 157.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 71.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 501.1mg	0%
Sodium 5471.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 190.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.7g	0%
Total Sugars 40.3g
Protein 144.5g	0%

Vitamin D 36IU	0%
Calcium 1732.4mg	0%
Iron 20.2mg	0%
Potassium 3426.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.5%

Protein: 20.9%

Carbs: 27.6%