Description
Indulge in the rich, comforting flavors of Marry Me Melting Cabbage with Creamy Tuscan Sauce—a delightful dish that brings together tender cabbage wedges and a luscious, herb-infused creamy sauce. This one-pan wonder is perfect for family dinners or gatherings, making mealtime memorable without the fuss. Infused with sun-dried tomatoes and seasoned with a blend of aromatic herbs, this recipe showcases the versatility of cabbage while ensuring a satisfying and nutritious meal. With straightforward preparation steps, even novice cooks can create this impressive dish that will leave everyone wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head green cabbage (900-1100 g)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- ½ cup finely diced red onion
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes (julienned)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
- ½ teaspoon dried rosemary leaves
- 1 teaspoon table salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese for serving
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
- Extra Parmesan for serving (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut the cabbage into wedges, keeping the core intact.
- In a cast iron skillet, heat olive oil and sear the cabbage wedges for 2–3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove cabbage, then add butter to the skillet. Sauté onions for 2–3 minutes; add garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
- Deglaze with chicken broth, scraping up browned bits from the pan.
- Whisk in cream cheese until smooth; stir in heavy cream, sun-dried tomatoes, and herbs. Simmer for about 2–3 minutes.
- Mix in grated Parmesan until melted.
- Nestle cabbage wedges back into the skillet and spoon sauce over them.
- Cover and bake for 45 minutes; uncover and baste cabbage before baking for an additional 15–20 minutes until fork-tender.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tuscan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 wedge with sauce (250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 70mg