Krautfleckerl Cabbage Pasta Bake

Warm, hearty, and bursting with comforting flavors, Krautfleckerl Cabbage Pasta Bake is a delightful twist on traditional Austrian cuisine. This easy-to-make dish features tender wide pasta, caramelized cabbage infused with garlic, onions, and smoked paprika, and a rich, creamy Gruyere cheese sauce all baked to golden, bubbling perfection. Topped with buttery breadcrumbs for an irresistible crunch, this pasta bake is a cozy family favorite that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a blend of simple, wholesome ingredients like green cabbage, heavy cream, and fresh parsley, this cabbage pasta bake delivers old-world charm in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams wide pasta (such as bow-tie or egg noodles)
• 1 medium head green cabbage
• 50 grams unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion
• 2 large garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 250 milliliters heavy cream
• 150 grams grated Gruyere or Swiss cheese
• 50 grams breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Lightly grease a baking dish and set it aside.

Step 2

Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

While the pasta is cooking, remove the outer leaves of the cabbage, cut it in half, and shred it into thin strips.

Step 4

Heat the butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, finely chopped, and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 6

Stir in the shredded cabbage, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is soft and slightly caramelized.

Step 7

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, caramelized cabbage mixture, and heavy cream. Mix until evenly coated.

Step 8

Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle grated Gruyere or Swiss cheese evenly over the top.

Step 9

In a small bowl, toss the breadcrumbs with a drizzle of olive oil or melted butter, then sprinkle them over the cheese layer.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbling.

Step 11

Remove from the oven, let rest for 5 minutes, and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1342.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2801.4

Total Fat 210.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 108.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 608.4mg	0%
Sodium 3664.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 159.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.0g	0%
Total Sugars 24.2g
Protein 72.7g	0%

Vitamin D 32.1IU	0%
Calcium 1338.3mg	0%
Iron 9.6mg	0%
Potassium 1171.0mg	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: 67.1%

Protein: 10.3%

Carbs: 22.6%