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Baked Cabbage Casserole

A delightful and nutritious dish that combines cabbage with creamy eggs and cheese, perfect for family gatherings or weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Casserole, Main Course
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Vegetable Mixture
  • 1 medium cabbage, shredded (about 1kg)
  • 1 large onion, diced (approximately 200g)
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 2 medium potatoes, grated (around 300g)
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk (240ml)
  • 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus extra for frying
  • 3 medium tomatoes, sliced
  • 1 cup hard cheese (cheddar or mozzarella), grated (about 100g)
  • 1 small bunch fresh dill, chopped
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried garlic
  • ½ teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon Italian herbs
Cucumber Yogurt Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons plain yogurt or sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
  • 1 medium cucumber, grated
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Shred the cabbage into thin strips. Place it in a large bowl and cover with hot water. Let it sit for 10 minutes to soften. Drain and squeeze out excess liquid. Set aside.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and red bell pepper. Sauté for 3-5 minutes until softened. Remove from heat.
  3. Peel and grate the potatoes. Place them in a bowl of cold water for 10 minutes to remove excess starch. Drain and squeeze thoroughly.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine the cabbage, grated potatoes, sautéed onion, and peppers. Season with salt, black pepper, paprika, dried garlic, and rosemary. Mix well.
Assembly and Baking
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, flour, olive oil, and chopped dill until smooth.
  2. Pour the egg mixture over the vegetable mixture and stir thoroughly. Transfer to a greased 9x13 inch (23x33 cm) baking dish.
  3. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes until the top is golden and set.
  4. Remove from the oven. Arrange sliced tomatoes on top and sprinkle with Italian herbs and cheese.
  5. Bake for an additional 10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serving
  1. For the sauce, combine grated cucumber, yogurt, mayonnaise, minced garlic, chopped dill, salt, and pepper. Mix and refrigerate until serving.
  2. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes, cut into squares, and serve with the cucumber yogurt sauce on the side.

Notes

Serve warm, garnished with fresh dill or additional cheese if desired. Pairs well with a light side salad or crusty bread.