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Marry Me Melting Cabbage: A Creamy Comfort Food Delight Recipe

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Marry Me Melting Cabbage is a creamy, comforting baked cabbage dish featuring tender cabbage wedges simmered in a rich blend of cream cheese, heavy cream, sun-dried tomatoes, and aromatic herbs. This elegant yet simple recipe transforms humble cabbage into a luscious side or vegetarian main that melts in your mouth, finished with a golden Parmesan crust and fresh parsley garnish.

Ingredients

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Cabbage and Vegetables

  • 1 head Green Cabbage (cut into wedges)
  • 1 medium Red Onion (or shallots for milder flavor)
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 1/2 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes (or fresh tomatoes)
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Fresh Parsley (or other herbs like basil)

Fats and Oils

  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (or vegetable oil)
  • 3 tablespoons Butter (or plant-based butter for dairy-free)

Liquids and Dairy

  • 1 cup Low-Sodium Chicken Broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian)
  • 8 ounces Full-Fat Cream Cheese (or vegan cream cheese)
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream (or coconut cream for non-dairy)

Seasonings and Cheese

  • 1 teaspoon Dried Herbs (Oregano, Thyme, Rosemary) (or fresh herbs if available)
  • 1 teaspoon Salt (to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper (to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes (optional)
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese (or nutritional yeast for vegan)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the cabbage dish.
  2. Prepare Cabbage: Cut the green cabbage into eight wedges, keeping the core intact to hold the wedges together while cooking.
  3. Sear Cabbage Wedges: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the cabbage wedges for 2-3 minutes on each side until they develop a slight golden crust.
  4. Sauté Aromatics: In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté the chopped red onion until soft and translucent. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  5. Create Sauce Base: Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the skillet bottom. Whisk in the cream cheese until it melts and forms a creamy base for the sauce.
  6. Add Cream and Seasonings: Stir in the heavy cream, sun-dried tomatoes, dried herbs, salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Simmer the mixture gently for 2-3 minutes to blend flavors.
  7. Melt Parmesan: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until fully melted and incorporated, thickening the sauce.
  8. Bake Cabbage: Nestle the seared cabbage wedges into the sauce within the skillet or a baking dish, cover it, and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.
  9. Baste and Continue Baking: Remove the cover, baste the cabbage with the sauce, then bake uncovered for an additional 15-20 minutes until the cabbage is tender and the top is slightly golden.
  10. Rest and Garnish: Allow the dish to rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and additional Parmesan cheese to taste.

Notes

  • For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with plant-based butter, cream cheese with vegan cream cheese, and heavy cream with coconut cream.
  • You can use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth to make this recipe vegetarian or vegan.
  • Keeping the core intact while cutting the cabbage wedges helps them hold their shape during cooking.
  • Sun-dried tomatoes add a rich umami flavor, but fresh tomatoes can be used for a lighter taste.
  • Adjust the red pepper flakes based on your preferred spice level or omit if you desire a milder dish.

Keywords: creamy cabbage recipe, baked cabbage wedges, vegetarian comfort food, Marry Me Melting Cabbage, creamy vegetable side dish

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