Cabbage Water Chestnuts N Celery Casserole

Dive into the perfect balance of creamy, crunchy, and savory with this irresistible Cabbage Water Chestnuts N Celery Casserole! This hearty casserole pairs tender green cabbage with the crisp texture of water chestnuts and celery, all coated in a luscious blend of cream of mushroom soup and sour cream. Each layer is elevated by aromatic sautéed onions and garlic, a generous topping of melted cheddar cheese, and a golden breadcrumb crust. Perfect for cozy family dinners or as a crowd-pleasing side dish at potlucks, this casserole comes together in under an hour and serves six. With its satisfying mix of textures and classic comfort food flavors, this dish is guaranteed to impress. Keywords: cabbage casserole, water chestnuts, creamy vegetable casserole, comforting side dish, cheesy casserole recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 head green cabbage
• 1 cup, sliced water chestnuts
• 1 cup, diced celery
• 1 medium-sized, diced onion
• 2 minced garlic cloves
• 1 can, 10.5 oz cream of mushroom soup
• 1 cup sour cream
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish and set it aside.

Step 2

Remove the outer leaves from the cabbage, then chop the cabbage into bite-sized pieces.

Step 3

In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and celery; sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

Step 4

Add the garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the sautéed onion and celery with the chopped cabbage, sliced water chestnuts, cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.

Step 6

Transfer the mixture into the prepared casserole dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 7

Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.

Step 8

In a small bowl, melt the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter. Mix the melted butter with the breadcrumbs until evenly coated.

Step 9

Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the cheese layer.

Step 10

Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling around the edges.

Step 11

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

Step 12

Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1541.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2131.3

Total Fat 134.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 78.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.7g
Cholesterol 347.0mg	0%
Sodium 5263.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 190.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.5g	0%
Total Sugars 56.8g
Protein 68.0g	0%

Vitamin D 92.1IU	0%
Calcium 1631.4mg	0%
Iron 7.9mg	0%
Potassium 2250.2mg	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: 53.9%

Protein: 12.1%

Carbs: 34.0%