Easy Crispy Cabbage Burger Bake (Printable Version)

Hearty layers of seasoned beef, roasted cabbage, and melted cheese create this comforting crowd-pleasing casserole.

# 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 (optional)
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

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
02 - Arrange cabbage rounds on the prepared baking 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.
03 - 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.
04 - Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up, until browned and cooked through, about 6–8 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
05 - Stir in ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt/pepper to taste. Simmer for 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
06 - In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs and milk until fully combined.
07 - Layer half of the roasted cabbage in the prepared baking dish. Spread all of the beef mixture evenly over the cabbage. Top with the remaining cabbage.
08 - Pour the egg-milk mixture evenly over the casserole. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top.
09 - Bake uncovered at 375°F for 15–20 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly and casserole is set.
10 - Let rest 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with optional toppings as desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Everything you love about a cheeseburger without the bun drama
  • The cabbage gets surprisingly crispy and almost bacon-like when roasted
  • Perfect for those nights when you want comfort food but something a little different
02 -
  • Cabbage rounds vary in thickness, so keep an eye on them during roasting
  • The egg mixture might look like it is not enough, but it perfectly binds everything
  • Letting it rest is crucial or it will be a bit soupy when sliced
03 -
  • Use a sharp knife to cut the cabbage rounds for even thickness
  • Pat the cabbage dry with paper towels before oiling for extra crispiness
  • Let the beef mixture cool slightly before layering

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