Description
A hearty and flavorful Savory Cabbage Beef Bake combining ground beef, shredded cabbage, tomatoes, and rice, seasoned with Worcestershire sauce and spices, then baked to tender perfection. This comforting casserole is easy to prepare and perfect for a satisfying family meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Vegetables
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 small cabbage, shredded (about 4 cups)
Canned and Pantry Items
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, with juice
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Cook Beef and Onion: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and chopped onion until the beef is browned and the onion is softened, about 7 minutes. Drain off any excess fat to keep the dish from being greasy.
- Add Vegetables and Seasonings: Stir in the shredded cabbage, diced tomatoes with their juice, cooked rice, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix everything thoroughly to combine the flavors.
- Simmer Mixture: Allow the mixture to simmer gently for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, so the flavors meld and the cabbage begins to soften.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly to ensure uniform cooking.
- Bake: Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender and the flavors have melded beautifully.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the dish from the oven and let it rest, covered, for 5 minutes to allow the bake to set. Serve warm as a satisfying main course.
Notes
- For a lower-carb version, substitute the cooked rice with cauliflower rice.
- You can add shredded cheese on top before baking for a cheesy twist.
- If you prefer spicier food, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or hot sauce.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
- Use lean ground beef (90% lean or higher) to reduce fat content.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 42 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Casserole
- Method: Baking, Sautéing, Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1/6 of recipe)
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
Keywords: cabbage beef bake, ground beef casserole, savory cabbage bake, easy casserole recipe, comfort food, baked ground beef dish
