Description
Elevate your dinner experience with Marry Me Melting Cabbage with Creamy Tuscan Sauce, a dish that promises to impress guests and family alike. This one-pan wonder features tender cabbage wedges seared to perfection and enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce bursting with sun-dried tomatoes and fragrant herbs. Ideal for both special occasions and everyday meals, this versatile recipe can be served as a cozy main dish or a delightful side. With easy preparation and nutritious ingredients, it’s not only comforting but also a feast for the senses. Dive into this Italian-inspired delight and discover how simple ingredients can create unforgettable flavors.
Ingredients
- 1 head green cabbage (cut into 8 wedges with core intact)
- 3 tbsps olive oil
- 2 tbsps butter
- ½ cup finely diced red onion
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
- 4 oz. full-fat cream cheese (softened and cubed)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil (julienned)
- 1 tsp dried oregano leaves
- 1 tsp dried thyme leaves
- ½ tsp dried rosemary leaves
- 1 tsp table salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
- Extra Parmesan for serving (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut cabbage into 8 wedges while keeping the core intact.
- In a cast iron skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear each wedge for 2–3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Season with salt and pepper.
- Reduce heat to medium and add butter along with diced onion; cook until softened. Add minced garlic and sauté.
- Deglaze the pan with chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits.
- Stir in cream cheese until melted, then mix in heavy cream, sun-dried tomatoes, herbs, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes; simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Incorporate grated Parmesan until melted; nestle cabbage wedges back in the skillet.
- Cover and bake for 45 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 15–20 minutes until tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wedge of cabbage with sauce
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For added flavor variations, consider incorporating chopped spinach or other seasonal vegetables. Experiment with different cheeses like gouda or mozzarella for unique taste profiles.