Description
Baked Cabbage and Potato Casserole with Cheese is a delicious and wholesome comfort food, perfect for family dinners or gatherings. This dish brings together simple, nutritious vegetables like cabbage, potatoes, and carrots, all baked to perfection in a rich, cheesy mixture. The combination of the crispy baked top layer, soft vegetables inside, and melted cheddar cheese makes this casserole irresistible. It’s an easy, one-dish meal that’s full of flavor, satisfying, and can be adapted to suit a variety of dietary preferences.
Ingredients
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- 1 medium cabbage, shredded as thinly as possible
- 3 medium potatoes, peeled and grated
- 1 red onion, finely chopped
- 2 medium carrots, grated
- 5–6 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small bunch of dill, chopped
- 1 small bunch of parsley, chopped
- 4–5 large eggs
- 2 cups of all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon salt
- Olive oil for greasing
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 125g (5oz) cheddar cheese, grated (plus extra for topping)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Vegetables:
- Shred the cabbage: Using a sharp knife or mandoline, shred the cabbage as thinly as possible. This will help it bake evenly and soften during cooking.
- Grate the potatoes and carrots: Peel the potatoes and carrots, then grate them using a box grater or food processor.
- Chop the onion and garlic: Finely chop the red onion and mince the garlic cloves.
- Chop the herbs: Finely chop the dill and parsley.
2. Mix the Casserole Ingredients:
- Combine vegetables: In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, grated potatoes, grated carrots, chopped red onion, minced garlic, and chopped herbs.
- Add the eggs: Crack the eggs into the vegetable mixture and stir until everything is well coated.
- Incorporate the flour and seasonings: Add the flour and 1 tablespoon of salt, mixing well until the flour is evenly distributed. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
- Fold in cheese: Finally, fold in the grated cheddar cheese, ensuring it’s well-mixed into the casserole base.
3. Prepare the Baking Dish:
- Preheat the oven: Set the oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Grease the dish: Lightly grease a medium-sized baking dish with olive oil to prevent the casserole from sticking.
- Spread the mixture: Evenly distribute the vegetable mixture into the prepared baking dish, pressing it down lightly to create a uniform layer.
4. Bake the Casserole:
- Initial bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 40 minutes. During this time, the vegetables will soften and the top will start to brown.
- Add extra cheese: After 40 minutes, remove the casserole from the oven and sprinkle extra grated cheddar cheese on top.
- Final bake: Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden brown.
5. Serve:
- Prep Time: 10mins
- Cook Time: 50mins