Ingredients for Baked Cajun Cabbage
- 1 head cabbage (about 2 lb)
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/2 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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How to Make Baked Cajun Cabbage
- Remove the outer leaves from the cabbage and discard.
- Cut the cabbage into bite-sized sections, removing the core.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the cabbage and boil uncovered for 10 minutes, or until tender-crisp.
- Drain the cabbage well and set aside.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour until smooth.
- Add the chopped onion and celery and cook for 5 minutes, until softened.
- Stir in the black pepper, salt, and cayenne pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes.
- Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring constantly until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 2 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in the cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Pour the cabbage into a greased 2-quart casserole dish.
- Pour the cheese sauce evenly over the cabbage.
- Sprinkle with chopped green onions and breadcrumbs.
- Bake for 30 minutes, or until bubbly and golden brown.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
24 g
Sugar
38g
Fat
96g
Carbs
9g
