Creamy Cabbage Casserole with Bacon Recipe
This creamy cabbage casserole with bacon is a rich, comforting dish made with tender cabbage, crispy bacon, and a cheesy cream sauce baked until bubbly and golden. It’s easy to prepare, made with simple ingredients, and versatile enough to serve as a main dish or a hearty side.Perfect for weeknight dinners, holidays, or make-ahead meals, this casserole transforms humble cabbage into a satisfying comfort food favorite.
Ingredients
- 6 slices bacon chopped
- 1 medium onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 medium head green cabbage chopped (about 6–7 cups)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 oz cream cheese softened
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon paprika optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until crispy. Remove bacon and set aside, leaving about 1 tablespoon of bacon grease in the pan.
- Add the diced onion to the skillet and sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened. Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the chopped cabbage to the skillet. Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, just until slightly softened but not fully cooked.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, cream cheese, half of the shredded cheese, salt, pepper, and paprika until smooth.
- Add the cabbage mixture to the bowl and stir to coat evenly. Fold in most of the cooked bacon.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining cheese and bacon over the top.
- Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and lightly golden on top.
- Remove from the oven and let rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.