After seeing this, I’ll never eat cabbage any other way!
Indulge in the savory magic of Twice-Cooked Cabbage with Sour Cream and Bacon Bake, a delightful dish that brings together the rich flavors of green cabbage, crispy bacon, creamy sour cream, and smoky cheddar cheese. This culinary masterpiece is easy to prepare and guarantees a burst of flavors with every bite.
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Ingredients:
| Ingredients | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Green cabbage, cut into wedges | 1 medium head |
| Bacon, chopped | 8 strips |
| Onion, diced | 1 medium |
| Garlic, minced | 2 cloves |
| Sour cream | 1 cup |
| Chicken broth | 1/2 cup |
| Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded | 1 cup |
| Olive oil | 1 tablespoon |
| Salt and pepper | To taste |
| Smoked paprika (optional) | 1 teaspoon |
| Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish | As needed |
Instructions:
- Preheat Your Oven: Set it to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roast the Cabbage: Arrange cabbage wedges on the baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and roast for 25 minutes until edges brown.
- Crisp the Bacon: In a skillet, fry chopped bacon until crispy. Set aside the bacon bits, keeping the flavorful fat in the skillet.
- Sauté Onion and Garlic: In the bacon fat, sauté diced onion and minced garlic until translucent and fragrant.
- Create Creamy Mixture: Lower heat, return bacon to skillet, pour in chicken broth, simmer, then turn off heat. Stir in sour cream until creamy.
- Assemble the Dish: Fit roasted cabbage wedges into a casserole dish. Pour bacon and sour cream mixture over, ensuring full coverage.
- Add Cheese and Paprika: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese. Optionally, add smoked paprika for a smoky touch.
- Bake to Perfection: Bake for 20 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly. Broil for a golden crust if desired.
- Garnish and Serve: Let it sit, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve warm. Watch it disappear!
