Family Comfort Casserole (Printable Version)
Layers of seasoned cabbage, savory ground beef, and fluffy rice topped with melted cheese make this dish a go-to for comfort food fans.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 cup cooked rice
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1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, don't drain
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1 medium onion, chopped
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1 pound ground beef
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3 cups cabbage, finely chopped
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1/2 cup beef broth
→ Seasonings
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
→ Topping
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
# Steps:
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Turn your oven on to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch dish using butter or cooking spray.
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Heat a large skillet over medium flame. Sauté the onion with the ground beef for about 5-7 minutes until the beef is browned and no pink remains, and the onion is soft. Get rid of any extra grease.
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Sprinkle in black pepper, garlic powder, and salt, stirring them into the beef mixture.
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Line the bottom of your greased dish with half the cabbage. Spoon the beef mixture on top. Spread the rice evenly over that layer. Pour the juicy diced tomatoes right over the rice.
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Layer the rest of the cabbage on the topmost layer. Evenly pour beef broth over the whole dish. Cover with foil and bake it for 45 minutes.
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Take off the foil and scatter shredded cheddar cheese over the top. Put the dish back in the oven, uncovered, for another 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and gooey.
# Notes:
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You can make a healthier swap by using ground turkey instead of beef.
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Switch up the cheese topping with Monterey Jack or mozzarella if you like.
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Feel free to assemble this dish ahead of time and keep it in the fridge until you're ready to bake.
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Leftovers are fine in a sealed container in the fridge for up to three days.