Mom's Cabbage Hamburger Casserole

Warm, comforting, and packed with hearty flavors, Mom's Cabbage Hamburger Casserole is a timeless family favorite perfect for busy weeknights. This easy-to-make one-dish meal combines layers of tender green cabbage, savory ground beef, and fluffy white rice, all baked together in a deliciously rich tomato-based sauce. A finishing touch of melted cheddar cheese elevates every bite, making it irresistibly satisfying. With just 20 minutes of prep time and straightforward ingredients like stewed tomatoes, beef broth, and fragrant garlic powder, this baked casserole delivers nostalgic homemade goodness with minimal effort. Ideal for feeding a crowd or enjoying as leftovers, this cabbage casserole is a budget-friendly and flavor-packed dinner option your whole family will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 large White onion, diced
• 1 medium head Green cabbage, chopped
• 1 14.5-ounce can Stewed tomatoes, undrained
• 1 8-ounce can Tomato sauce
• 1 cup White rice, uncooked
• 2 cups Beef broth
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat.

Step 4

Stir in the garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and set aside.

Step 5

Spread half of the chopped cabbage evenly on the bottom of the prepared baking dish.

Step 6

Add the uncooked white rice as an even layer over the cabbage.

Step 7

Spread the browned ground beef mixture on top of the rice.

Step 8

Top with the remaining chopped cabbage, spreading it out evenly.

Step 9

In a medium bowl, combine the stewed tomatoes (with liquid), tomato sauce, and beef broth. Stir well to create the sauce mixture.

Step 10

Pour the sauce evenly over the layered ingredients in the baking dish, ensuring the rice is fully covered by the liquid.

Step 11

Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes.

Step 12

Remove the foil and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top.

Step 13

Return the dish to the oven and bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 14

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

Step 15

Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3007.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2975.1

Total Fat 148.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 63.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 437.5mg	0%
Sodium 6656.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 274.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 36.8g	0%
Total Sugars 61.1g
Protein 154.6g	0%

Vitamin D 55.8IU	0%
Calcium 1495.8mg	0%
Iron 21.3mg	0%
Potassium 4930.8mg	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: 43.7%

Protein: 20.3%

Carbs: 36.0%