Crispy Cabbage Burger Bake (Printable Version)
Hearty bake with seasoned beef, roasted cabbage rounds, and melted cheese for a comforting crowd-pleasing meal.
# 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
# How-To:
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 and 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 such as sliced pickles, diced tomatoes, chopped green onions, or sesame seeds if desired.
# Expert Hints:
01 -
- Everything cooks in one dish so cleanup is basically nonexistent
- The roasted cabbage adds sweetness and crunch you would never expect
- It reheats beautifully for lunch the next day, if there is any left
02 -
- Really press down on your cabbage rounds with paper towels before roasting to remove excess moisture
- The egg mixture needs to be poured slowly so it can seep into all the layers evenly
- Letting it rest is not optional if you want neat slices that hold their shape on the plate
03 -
- Cut your cabbage rounds a bit thicker if you want more texture in every bite
- Season each layer as you build it so every bite has perfect flavor throughout