Cabbage Beef Bake
Cabbage Beef Bake is a hearty, comforting casserole made with ground beef, tender cabbage, diced tomatoes, cooked rice, and savory spices, topped with melted cheddar cheese. This easy oven-baked meal is perfect for busy weeknights, family dinners, and meal prep.
Equipment
- 9×13-inch baking dish
- Large Skillet
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Aluminum foil
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 3 cups chopped cabbage
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 1 can 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Paprika to taste
- Cumin to taste
- Cooking spray or butter for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef and chopped onion for 5–7 minutes, stirring frequently until the beef is no longer pink.
- Drain excess fat from the skillet.
- Stir in the chopped cabbage, cooked rice, and diced tomatoes.
- Season with garlic powder, salt, black pepper, paprika, and cumin.
- Transfer the beef mixture to the prepared baking dish.
- Pour the beef broth evenly over the mixture to keep it moist.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
- Remove the foil and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake uncovered for another 10–15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let the casserole rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Nutrition Facts (estimated per serving):
- Calories: 350–400 kcal
- Protein: Varies by ingredients and serving size
- Fat: Varies by beef and cheese used
- Carbohydrates: Varies by rice and serving size
- Fiber: Provided mainly by cabbage
- Sugar: Naturally occurring sugars from cabbage and tomatoes
- Sodium: Varies by added salt and beef broth