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Marry Me Melting Cabbage

Marry Me Melting Cabbage: Comforting Tuscan Delight

Marry Me Melting Cabbage is a comforting dish transformed by creamy Tuscan flavors, perfect for impressing guests.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tuscan
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cabbage
  • 1 head Green Cabbage
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil can substitute with butter
  • 2 tablespoons Butter use more olive oil for dairy-free option
For the Sauce
  • 1 medium Red Onion yellow onion is a great alternative
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth substitute with vegetable broth for vegetarian
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese ricotta or dairy-free cream cheese work well
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream coconut cream for dairy-free option
  • 1/2 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes fresh tomatoes can be used if unavailable
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Rosemary fresh alternatives ramp up aroma
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • optional Red Pepper Flakes omit for milder flavor
For the Finish
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese try nutritional yeast for vegan
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley any fresh herbs can be a delightful alternative

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cut the green cabbage into eight wedges, leaving the core intact.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, then sear the cabbage wedges for 2-3 minutes per side.
  4. Add butter and thinly sliced red onion, sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
  5. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  6. Pour in chicken broth to deglaze, then add cream cheese and stir until melted.
  7. Mix in heavy cream, sun-dried tomatoes, and dried herbs, then simmer for 5-7 minutes.
  8. Incorporate Parmesan cheese into the sauce, then return the cabbage to the skillet.
  9. Cover and bake for 45 minutes, then remove the cover and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes.
  10. Let rest for 5 minutes, then garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 8gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 16gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is great as a main course or side and can be customized with additional ingredients.

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