Savory cabbage beef bake

Here’s a hearty Savory Cabbage Beef Bake recipe — rich, comforting, and full of flavor! 🥩🥬

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Savory Cabbage Beef Bake

Servings: 6

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 1 hour

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Ingredients:

• 1 lb (450 g) ground beef

• 1 medium onion, diced

• 3 cups cabbage, chopped

• 1 cup carrots, shredded or diced

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup (or cream of celery)

• ½ cup milk

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

• 1 tsp paprika

• 1 tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

• 2 tbsp olive oil

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Instructions:

1. Preheat oven:

   • Preheat to 375°F (190°C).

   • Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

2. Cook the beef and vegetables:

   • In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.

   • Sauté onions and garlic until softened.

   • Add ground beef and cook until browned; drain excess fat.

   • Stir in cabbage and carrots; cook for 5 minutes until slightly softened.

3. Prepare the sauce:

   • In a bowl, mix cream of mushroom soup with milk, paprika, salt, and pepper.

4. Assemble the bake:

   • Spread half of the beef and cabbage mixture in the prepared dish.

   • Pour half of the soup mixture over it.

   • Repeat layers with remaining beef mixture and soup.

   • Top with shredded cheddar cheese.

5. Bake:

   • Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.

6. Serve:

   • Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

   • Pairs well with a side of crusty bread or mashed potatoes.

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Tips & Variations:

• 🧄 Extra flavor: Add 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce or soy sauce to the beef mixture.

• 🥕 Veggie boost: Add diced bell peppers or mushrooms.

• 🧀 Cheesy twist: Mix some cheese into the beef mixture for extra gooeyness.

• 🌿 Herb option: Sprinkle parsley or thyme on top before baking for freshness.

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I can also provide a slow cooker version of this Savory Cabbage Beef Bake that’s even easier to prepare. Do you want that version?