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Marry Me Melting Cabbage

Marry Me Melting Cabbage: A Creamy Comfort Food Delight

Marry Me Melting Cabbage is a creamy side dish that impresses with its rich flavors and comforting texture.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 363
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cabbage
  • 1 head Green Cabbage Cut into 8 wedges keeping the core intact
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Use extra virgin for the best flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Substitute with vegan butter for dairy-free option
For the Sauce
  • 1 medium Red Onion Chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 cup Low-Sodium Chicken Broth Swap with vegetable broth for vegetarian option
  • 8 ounces Full-Fat Cream Cheese Consider vegan cream cheese for non-dairy
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Coconut cream can be a dairy-free alternative
  • 1/2 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes Chopped
Seasoning & Garnish
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Rosemary
  • to taste Table Salt Adjust to your taste
  • to taste Black Pepper Adjust to your taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional for a spicy kick
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Substitute with nutritional yeast for vegan option
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped, for garnish
  • to taste Extra Parmesan For serving

Equipment

  • Oven-safe skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cut the cabbage into 8 wedges, keeping the core intact for stability.
  3. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear each side of the cabbage wedges for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Remove the cabbage and sauté red onion in butter until softened, then add garlic.
  5. Deglaze the pan with chicken broth, scraping up browned bits.
  6. Stir in cream cheese, followed by heavy cream, sun-dried tomatoes, and herbs; let thicken.
  7. Fold in grated Parmesan and adjust seasoning.
  8. Nestle the cabbage wedges in the creamy sauce and cover with a lid or foil.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, then uncover and baste, baking for an additional 15-20 minutes until tender.
  10. Let rest for 5 minutes, garnish with parsley, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 363kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 10gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Searing cabbage properly caramelizes the exterior, enhancing flavor. Consider making ahead or adding pancetta for added richness.

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