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Marry Me Melting Cabbage

Marry Me Melting Cabbage in Creamy Tuscan Bliss

Experience comfort and sophistication with Marry Me Melting Cabbage, a heartwarming dish that transforms simple ingredients into a gourmet delight.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cabbage
  • 1 head Green Cabbage
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or canola oil for lighter taste
  • 2 tablespoons Butter or vegan butter for dairy-free option
For the Sauce
  • 1 medium Red Onion or yellow onion
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 cup Low-Sodium Chicken Broth or vegetable broth for vegetarian option
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese or silken tofu for vegan alternative
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or coconut cream for dairy-free substitute
  • 1/2 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes or fresh tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Rosemary
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes to taste
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese or nutritional yeast for vegan alternative
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Oven-safe skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Slice the green cabbage into 8 wedges, keeping the core intact.
  3. Sear cabbage wedges in olive oil in a skillet for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
  4. Sauté diced red onion for 3-4 minutes until translucent, then add minced garlic for another minute.
  5. Deglaze with chicken broth, whisk in cream cheese, then add heavy cream, sun-dried tomatoes, and herbs. Simmer for 3-4 minutes.
  6. Return cabbage to skillet, coat with sauce, cover with foil, and bake for 45 minutes.
  7. Uncover and baste cabbage, then bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until tender and caramelized.
  8. Garnish with parsley and Parmesan cheese before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 7gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Consider making the sauce in advance for easier preparation. Adjust seasoning to personal taste before baking.

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