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Cheesy Baked Cabbage

Name: Cheesy Baked Cabbage
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Yield: Serves 4 to 6
Ingredients: 10½ oz (300 g) cabbage, finely shredded (10 oz); 2 eggs; 2 tbsp starch; 2 tbsp flour; 2 tbsp mayonnaise; 1¾ oz (50 g) cheese, grated (½ cup); 1 tsp vinegar; ¼ tsp baking soda; 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped; 1 garlic clove, minced; ¾ tsp salt; ¼ tsp black pepper; 1 tsp sugar; Butter or oil

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Prep

20 Minutes

Cook

45 Minutes

Total

1 hr 5 min

Serves

Serves 4 to 6

Golden baked cabbage wedge with melted cheese on top

This is the kind of cabbage dish that surprises people. The edges bake golden, the inside stays soft, and the cheese pulls everything together into something rich and sliceable. It’s simple, inexpensive, and far more satisfying than it has any right to be.

Ingredients

10½ oz (300 g) cabbage, finely shredded (10 oz)
2 eggs
2 tbsp starch
2 tbsp flour
2 tbsp mayonnaise
1¾ oz (50 g) cheese, grated (½ cup)
1 tsp vinegar
¼ tsp baking soda
1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
¾ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
1 tsp sugar
Butter or oil

Instructions

1
Preheat oven to 350°F (180 °C).
2
Grease a baking dish.
3
Place the shredded cabbage in a bowl.
4
Add salt and gently squeeze with your hands to soften.
5
Drain any released liquid.
6
In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, starch, flour, mayonnaise, vinegar, baking soda, sugar, garlic, dill, and pepper until smooth.
7
Add the cabbage and mix until evenly coated.
8
Transfer the mixture to the prepared dish.
9
Spread evenly and sprinkle the grated cheese on top.
10
Bake 45 minutes, until golden and set.
11
Rest 10 minutes before slicing.

Cook's Note

Salt the shredded cabbage and let it rest until it releases its juice, then squeeze and drain before baking; drawing out this moisture keeps the cabbage tender instead of soggy.

Best Served With

sour cream, roasted meat, or a simple salad

Why This Recipe Works

Softened cabbage blends into the batter while baking, creating a structure that holds together but stays tender.

Make It Yours

Add bay leaf while cooking.
Finish with lemon juice.
Add black pepper or chili flakes.
Blend part of the soup for a thicker consistency.

Leftover Strategy

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat in a skillet or low oven until warmed through, then serve extra cabbage over rice, greens, or toast.

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Pairing

A cold lager or dry apple cider works well with the cheesy cabbage; salted rye crackers ↗ make an easy pantry side.

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