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Anne Newgent

Hearty Cabbage Beef Bake

This comforting one-pan casserole features seasoned ground beef, tender cabbage, and carrots simmered in a savory tomato sauce. It's an easy and hearty meal perfect for a family dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1/2 head cabbage
  • 8 oz carrots
Seasonings & Sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon oregano
  • 24 oz tomato sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Prepare the cabbage by washing, coring, and shredding it into thin strips.
  2. Peel and slice the carrots into approximately 1/4-inch thick rounds.
Cooking
  1. Brown the ground beef in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat until cooked through.
  2. Add the prepared cabbage and carrots to the pot and sauté for 5-10 minutes until the cabbage starts to wilt.
  3. Stir in the seasonings, tomato sauce, and sugar, then simmer the mixture for 10 minutes until the vegetables are fully tender.

Notes

This hearty bake is a perfect one-pot meal that's both nutritious and satisfying. Adjust seasonings to your taste, or add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick.