Description
Hearty Polish Cabbage Casserole brings comfort from traditional Eastern European kitchens, blending savory layers of tender cabbage, ground meat, and rich seasonings. Warm, satisfying flavors invite you to savor a classic dish that feels like a culinary embrace from Poland’s countryside.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 small cabbage (chopped)
- 1 Vidalia onion (chopped)
Additional Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Topping:
- 1 cup crushed butter crackers (such as Ritz)
- 2 tablespoons butter (melted)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Slice the cabbage into uniform small pieces, creating an even layer across the bottom of the prepared dish.
- Finely dice the Vidalia onion and distribute it uniformly over the cabbage layer.
- Transfer the casserole to the preheated oven and bake for 45 minutes, watching for a golden, bubbling surface.
- Remove from the oven and allow the casserole to rest for 5-7 minutes to set and cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Chop cabbage uniformly to ensure even cooking and consistent texture throughout the dish.
- Use fresh Vidalia onions for a sweeter, milder flavor that complements the cabbage perfectly.
- For a gluten-free version, skip any breadcrumb toppings and ensure all ingredients are certified gluten-free.
- Add protein like ground turkey or diced ham to transform this side dish into a complete one-pan meal that’s hearty and satisfying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 50 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 30 mg
- Fat: 0.2 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg