If you feel like you’re missing one last side for your festive dinner or big family gathering, we’ve got you covered! Scalloped Cabbage is simple and easy, yet it tastes so good no one would ever know you didn’t have to work too hard to make it. The savory taste of the thick roux, the meltiness of the rich cheese, all combined with the tenderness of the nourishing cabbage makes for quite a delightful dish. Oh, and we can’t forget the beautifully browned breadcrumbs crumbled atop—the perfect crunch! It’s one of those dishes you whip up right at the end of your meal-making to ensure it’s warm and gooey the second it makes its way to the table. Don’t fret, Scalloped Cabbage is the fairytale ending to the feast of your dreams!
Ingredients
- 1/2 medium head cabbage, chopped
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- pepper, to taste
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 3/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- chives, optional, to taste and minced
Directions
Step 1 –Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
Step 2 –Grease a 2-quart baking dish.
Step 3 –Place the cabbage in the prepared baking dish.
Step 4 –In a saucepan over medium heat, warm the oil.
Step 5 –Whisk the flour, the salt, and the pepper into the oil until smooth.
Step 6 –Gradually whisk the milk into the flour mixture.
Step 7 –Bring the flour mixture to a boil and cook, while stirring, until thickened, about 1-2 minutes.
Step 8 –Stir the cheese into the roux mixture.
Step 9 –Pour the cheese mixture over the cabbage.
Step 10 –In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and the butter and sprinkle over top of the cabbage.
Step 11 –Bake, uncovered, until bubbly, about 20-30 minutes.
Step 12 –Garnish with the chives and serve immediately.