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Close-up of cornbread-cabbage casserole with melted cheese on top, served in a rustic dish.
Alyssa

Cornbread-Cabbage Casserole

Hearty, stick-to-the-ribs cabbage casserole perfect as a main dish or side.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Main Dish, Sides
Cuisine: American
Calories: 101

Ingredients
  

  • 5 cups coarsely chopped cabbage
  • 2 tablespoons margarine or butter
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1-2 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 1/4 cups milk
  • 1/2 cup yellow or green bell pepper
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 4 cups prepared cornbread, crumbled

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  2. In medium saucepan, cook cabbage, covered, in small amount of boiling, lightly salted water for 5 min, then drain.
  3. In same saucepan melt margarine or butter.
  4. Stir in flour, salt, pepper, and garlic.
  5. Add milk and cook, stirring over medium heat until thickened and bubbly.
  6. Stir in bell pepper, cheese, and onion until cheese is melted, then remove from heat.
  7. Place 3 cups of cornbread in a 2-quart casserole dish.
  8. Top with cooked cabbage and sauce, then remaining 1 cup of cornbread.
  9. Bake, uncovered, for 30-35 minutes or until heated through.

Notes

This casserole pairs well with pork chops or ham.