Description
A hearty and comforting Cabbage Beef Bake featuring layers of seasoned ground beef, cabbage, rice, and tomatoes, topped with melted cheddar cheese. This one-dish meal is baked to perfection, offering a flavorful combination that’s perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cups cabbage, chopped
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ cup beef broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) preparing it for baking the casserole.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure easy serving.
- Cook Beef and Onion: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and chopped onion until the beef is browned and onions are soft.
- Drain Excess Fat: Carefully drain off any excess fat from the skillet to reduce greasiness.
- Season Beef Mixture: Stir in garlic powder, salt, and black pepper into the cooked beef and onion mixture for flavor.
- Layer Cabbage: Spread half of the chopped cabbage evenly in the bottom of the greased baking dish.
- Add Beef Mixture: Evenly spread the seasoned beef and onion mixture over the cabbage layer.
- Add Rice Layer: Sprinkle the cooked rice evenly over the beef layer to add texture and substance.
- Add Tomatoes: Pour the undrained diced tomatoes over the rice, distributing the juices across the dish.
- Top with Remaining Cabbage: Add the remaining chopped cabbage evenly on top of the tomato layer.
- Add Beef Broth: Gently pour beef broth over the entire dish to keep it moist while baking.
- Cover and Bake: Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes to cook the layers through.
- Uncover the Dish: Remove the foil to prepare the casserole for the cheese topping.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.
- Final Bake: Return the uncovered dish to the oven and bake for another 10-15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the casserole to cool slightly before serving to let it set and to avoid burns.
- Enjoy: Serve warm and enjoy this delicious, cheesy, and comforting meal!
Notes
- They can substitute beef broth with vegetable broth if preferred.
- Cook rice ahead of time or use leftover rice to save prep time.
- For extra flavor, add some smoked paprika or chili flakes to the beef mixture.
- Use a sharp cheddar for a stronger cheese flavor or mild cheddar for a gentler taste.
- Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat nicely in the oven or microwave.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
