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Creamed Cabbage and Ground Beef Casserole

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A creamy, comforting casserole made with sautéed cabbage, seasoned ground beef, and a homemade white sauce — perfect for chilly evenings or family dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
  • 1 medium green cabbage, shredded
  • 1 yellow onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tbsp butter (plus more for greasing)
  • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups milk or half-and-half
  • ½ tsp salt (plus more to taste)
  • ¼ tsp ground black pepper
  • ⅛ tsp nutmeg (optional)
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar (optional)
  • Optional toppings: extra cheese or buttered breadcrumbs

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a skillet, brown ground beef over medium heat. Season with salt and pepper, then remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté onion in butter until soft. Add garlic and cook briefly.
  4. Add shredded cabbage and sauté until soft and slightly golden, about 8–10 minutes.
  5. In a saucepan, melt butter and whisk in flour. Cook 1–2 minutes.
  6. Slowly whisk in milk. Cook until thickened, then season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
  7. Mix beef, cabbage mixture, and cream sauce in a large bowl. Pour into baking dish.
  8. Top with cheese if using. Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden and bubbling.
  9. Rest 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Add cooked rice or pasta to stretch the dish.
  • Use gluten-free flour and dairy-free milk for dietary adjustments.
  • Can be frozen for up to 2 months.

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