Description
Southern Cabbage Casserole delivers comfort on a plate, blending creamy textures with hearty vegetables. Cheesy layers and crisp breadcrumb topping create a satisfying meal perfect for family gatherings and weeknight dinners you’ll savor.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 small head green cabbage, coarsely chopped
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 medium Vidalia onion, chopped
Soup and Sauce Ingredients:
- 1 (10-ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 8 tablespoons (1/2 cup or 113 grams) butter, divided
- 4 tablespoons (57 grams) melted butter
Topping Ingredients:
- 1 sleeve Ritz crackers (about 30), crushed
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 350°F and coat a 2-quart casserole dish with a light layer of grease.
- Melt butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Sauté chopped cabbage and onions until they become tender and slightly translucent, approximately 8-10 minutes. Enhance with salt and pepper to taste.
- Carefully transfer the softened cabbage mixture into the greased casserole dish, spreading it evenly across the bottom.
- Whisk condensed cream soup and mayonnaise together in a separate bowl until smooth and well combined.
- Pour the creamy soup mixture over the cabbage, ensuring complete and uniform coverage.
- Create the crispy topping by mixing melted butter, shredded cheddar cheese, and crushed Ritz crackers in a bowl until thoroughly integrated.
- Generously distribute the cheese and cracker topping across the entire casserole surface, covering all areas.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the topping turns golden brown and the casserole develops a bubbly texture.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the casserole to set and cool slightly.
Notes
- Make sure to slice cabbage uniformly for even cooking and consistent texture throughout the casserole.
- Use freshly grated cheddar cheese instead of pre-shredded for better melting and richer flavor profile.
- Consider reducing butter quantity for a lighter version without compromising taste and creamy consistency.
- Substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for a protein-packed, lower-calorie alternative that maintains creamy texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg