German Cabbage Casserole
A cabbage casserole recipe can be a great meal. This German Cabbage Casserole is slightly different than others because it lacks tomato sauce. That doesn't mean it is less delicious, though. Ground beef, onion, garlic, and breadcrumbs give this dish both substance and flavor. This is a simple meal that goes a long way. Add some ethnic flair to your weeknight menu by making German casserole recipes like this one. Even the kids will love this easy casserole recipe!
The hearty combination of ground beef and cabbage is sure to fill you up, but you can stretch this meal even further by adding noodles to the mix. Another great thing about this recipe for German Cabbage Casserole is that it is extremely affordable to make. Both cabbage and ground beef may be budget-friendly items, but this comforting casserole is still bound to become a family-favorite recipe. If you love German cabbage rolls, then you must give this unstuffed cabbage casserole recipe with ground beef a try.
Serves6
Cooking Time40 min
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 pound ground turkey or lean ground beef
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 1 tablespoon finely minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon caraway seeds
- 8 cup chopped cabbage (about 1 head 6 inches across)
- 2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
Our recipe for German Cabbage Casserole was inspired by this recipe forOld Country German Cabbage Casserole with Ground Beef
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Lightly spray an 8 x 12 inch baking dish with cooking spray.
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In a large skillet, over medium high heat, place the oil and when it is hot add the onion and cook until translucent, about 3 minutes. Add garlic and caraway seed and continue to cook and stir for 2 more minutes.
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Add the turkey or ground beef and cook until no longer pink, breaking up clumps of meat with the back of a spoon. Add the cabbage and cook, stirring, until cabbage is translucent, about 4 minutes.
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Off the heat, add the cheese and sour cream, salt and pepper, stirring to combine evenly.
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Pour into the prepared bake dish and sprinkle with breadcrumbs. Bake for 40 minutes until lightly browned.