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One-pot cabbage casserole with vegetables and cheese baked in a dish
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One-Pot Cabbage Casserole

Creamy, comforting, and surprisingly simple, this One-Pot Cabbage Casserole is the kind of meal that warms the whole kitchen and the hearts around the table.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Main
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy
Servings: 6 servings

Equipment

  • Large Pot or Dutch Oven

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs Ground Beef Room temperature, drained of excess grease as needed
  • to taste Salt and Pepper or Creole Seasoning
  • 1 Onion Chopped
  • 1 cup Rice Uncooked (long-grain or medium-grain)
  • 3 large handfuls Cabbage Roughly chopped
  • 1 8 oz Tomato Sauce
  • 2 cups Water
  • 1 14 oz Diced Tomatoes Undrained
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese Colby Jack recommended

Instructions

  • In a large pot or Dutch oven, season ground beef with salt, pepper, or Creole seasoning. Brown the beef with chopped onion over medium heat until no longer pink. Drain excess grease.
  • Stir in rice, chopped cabbage, tomato sauce, water, and diced tomatoes (with juice).
  • Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer for 20-30 minutes until rice is cooked and cabbage is tender.
  • Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top. Cover and let sit for a few minutes until the cheese is melted.
  • Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

This casserole freezes well. Cool completely, transfer to a freezer-safe container, and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.