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Marry Me Melting Cabbage Recipe

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Marry Me Melting Cabbage is a deliciously creamy baked cabbage dish featuring tender cabbage wedges simmered in a rich sauce of cream cheese, heavy cream, sun-dried tomatoes, and aromatic herbs. This comforting, oven-baked recipe combines the natural sweetness of seared cabbage with a luscious, cheesy herb sauce, perfect as a hearty side or a light vegetarian main.

Ingredients

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Cabbage

  • 1 head (900-1100 g) green cabbage, cut into 8 wedges with core intact

Sauce

  • 3 tbsps (45 ml) olive oil
  • 2 tbsps (28 g) butter
  • ½ cup (75 g) finely diced red onion
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup (240 ml) low-sodium chicken broth
  • 4 oz. (113 g) full-fat cream cheese, softened and cubed
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
  • ½ cup (60 g) sun-dried tomatoes in oil, julienned
  • 1 tsp (1 g) dried oregano leaves
  • 1 tsp (1 g) dried thyme leaves
  • ½ tsp (0.5 g) dried rosemary leaves
  • 1 tsp (6 g) table salt
  • ½ tsp (1 g) black pepper
  • 1 tsp (1 g) red pepper flakes (optional)
  • ½ cup (45 g) grated Parmesan cheese

Garnish

  • Chopped fresh parsley
  • Extra Parmesan cheese for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the cabbage later.
  2. Prepare the Cabbage Wedges: Cut the green cabbage head into 8 wedges, keeping the core intact to hold each wedge together during cooking.
  3. Sear the Cabbage: Heat olive oil in a 12-inch oven-safe cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the cabbage wedges for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until they turn golden brown. Work in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding. Transfer the seared cabbage to a plate and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Sauté Aromatics: Reduce heat to medium and add butter to the skillet. Once melted, cook the diced red onion for 2 to 3 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Deglaze the Pan: Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth to deglaze, scraping up any browned bits stuck to the bottom of the pan for extra flavor.
  6. Add Cream Cheese: Add the softened cream cheese and whisk continuously until it melts completely and the mixture becomes smooth.
  7. Add Remaining Sauce Ingredients: Stir in heavy cream, sun-dried tomatoes, oregano, thyme, rosemary, salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Let the sauce simmer gently for 2 to 3 minutes to slightly thicken. Remove the skillet from heat.
  8. Incorporate Parmesan: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until it has fully melted and is incorporated into the creamy sauce.
  9. Combine Cabbage and Sauce: Nestle the seared cabbage wedges back into the skillet, spooning the sauce generously over each wedge to coat them thoroughly.
  10. Bake Covered: Cover the skillet with foil or a lid and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes to soften the cabbage.
  11. Finish Baking Uncovered: Remove the cover, baste the cabbage with the sauce again, and bake uncovered for another 15 to 20 minutes or until the cabbage is fork-tender and the sauce is bubbling.
  12. Rest and Serve: Let the cabbage rest for 5 minutes out of the oven. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and additional Parmesan cheese according to taste before serving.

Notes

  • Keep the cabbage wedges intact by leaving the core to help them hold shape during cooking.
  • Searing the cabbage before baking adds a deep, caramelized flavor and appealing texture.
  • Using a cast iron oven-safe skillet allows seamless transition from stovetop to oven.
  • Sun-dried tomatoes add a tangy, savory depth; drain excess oil to control sauce richness if desired.
  • Adjust red pepper flakes based on your preferred spice level.
  • This dish pairs well with crusty bread or as a flavorful side to poultry or pork dishes.

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