Crispy Cabbage Burger Bake (Printable)

Hearty layers of seasoned beef, roasted cabbage, and melted cheese bake into a comforting, crowd-pleasing casserole with classic burger flavors.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 medium green cabbage, cored and sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds
02 - 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Meats

04 - 1.5 lbs ground beef, 80/20 blend recommended

→ Dairy

05 - 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
06 - 1/2 cup whole milk
07 - 2 large eggs

→ Condiments & Pantry

08 - 3 tbsp olive oil
09 - 2 tbsp ketchup
10 - 1 tbsp yellow mustard
11 - 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
12 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
13 - 1 tsp dried oregano
14 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
15 - 1/2 tsp onion powder
16 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

→ Toppings

17 - Sliced pickles
18 - Diced tomatoes
19 - Chopped green onions
20 - Sesame seeds

# Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange cabbage rounds on the sheet, brush both sides with 2 tbsp olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway, until edges are golden and crispy.
02 - Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook 3-4 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook 1 more minute until fragrant.
03 - Add ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it up, until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
04 - Stir in ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
05 - In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs and milk until fully combined.
06 - Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. Layer half of the roasted cabbage on the bottom. Spread all of the beef mixture evenly over the cabbage. Top with remaining cabbage rounds.
07 - Pour the egg-milk mixture evenly over the casserole. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top.
08 - Bake uncovered at 375°F for 15-20 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly and casserole is set.
09 - Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with optional toppings such as sliced pickles, diced tomatoes, chopped green onions, or sesame seeds.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • You get all those classic burger flavors without the hassle of grilling or frying individual patties
  • The roasted cabbage develops this incredible crispy texture that somehow makes the whole dish feel lighter and fresher than a typical casserole
  • Its a crowd pleaser that feels special enough for company but easy enough for a busy Tuesday night
02 -
  • Dont skip the step of roasting the cabbage first because it transforms from merely cooked into something sweet and caramelized
  • If your cabbage seems particularly large, use a bigger baking dish or skip the top layer to prevent overflowing
  • The egg mixture might look like its not enough liquid but trust the process it creates the perfect creamy texture
03 -
  • For extra crispy cabbage edges, dont crowd the baking sheet when roasting give those rounds room to breathe
  • Letting the casserole rest for those 5 minutes might feel impossible when it smells so good but it really does make serving much easier

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