Marry Me Melting Cabbage with Creamy Tuscan Sauce

Marry Me Melting Cabbage with Creamy Tuscan Sauce

4 servings
This Tuscan-style melting cabbage is baked in a rich, creamy sauce with sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan, and herbs. Seared wedges of green cabbage become meltingly tender in the oven while soaking up every drop of flavor. It’s a one pan cabbage recipe that works as a side or a comforting main dish, no ring required.

Ingredients

  • green cabbage

    cut into 8 wedges with core intact

    1 head
  • tbsps olive oil
    3
  • tbsps butter
    2
  • red onion
    ½ c
  • garlic

    minced

    4 clove
  • low-sodium chicken broth
    1 c
  • full-fat cream cheese

    softened and cubed

    4 oz
  • heavy cream
    1 c
  • sun-dried tomatoes in oil

    julienned

    ½ c
  • oregano leaves
    1 tsp
  • thyme leaves
    1 tsp
  • rosemary leaves
    ½ tsp
  • table salt
    1 tsp
  • black pepper
    ½ tsp
  • red pepper flakes
    1 tsp
  • Parmesan cheese
    ½ c
  • chopped fresh parsley
  • extra Parmesan for serving

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. 2

    Cut the cabbage into 8 wedges, keeping the core intact on each wedge.

  3. 3

    Heat olive oil in a 12-inch (30 cm) oven-safe cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the cabbage wedges 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden. Work in batches if needed. Transfer seared wedges to a plate and season with salt and pepper.

  4. 4

    Reduce heat to medium. Add butter and cook red onion for 2 to 3 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

  5. 5

    Pour in chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits.

  6. 6

    Add cream cheese and whisk until melted and smooth.

  7. 7

    Stir in heavy cream, sun-dried tomatoes, oregano, thyme, rosemary, more salt and pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes to slightly thicken. Remove from heat.

  8. 8

    Stir in Parmesan cheese until fully melted and incorporated.

  9. 9

    Nestle the cabbage wedges back into the skillet, spooning sauce over the tops.

  10. 10

    Cover with foil or a lid and bake for 45 minutes.

  11. 11

    Uncover, baste the cabbage with the sauce, and bake for another 15 to 20 minutes until fork-tender.

  12. 12

    Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley and extra Parmesan.

Marry Me Melting Cabbage with Creamy Tuscan Sauce

Marry Me Melting Cabbage with Creamy Tuscan Sauce

75 min4 servings325 cal

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About this Recipe

Marry Me Melting Cabbage with Creamy Tuscan Sauce: A Dish to Fall in Love With

Prepare to be captivated by this incredible Marry Me Melting Cabbage recipe, baked to perfection in a luscious Creamy Tuscan Sauce. This isn't just a side dish; it's a comforting, flavor-packed experience that transforms humble green cabbage into something truly extraordinary. If you've been searching for a creamy melting cabbage recipe that feels both indulgent and wonderfully cozy, look no further.

What makes this Tuscan melting cabbage so special? We start by searing thick wedges of green cabbage, giving them a beautiful caramelized edge before nestling them into a rich, savory sauce. This homemade cabbage in cream sauce is a symphony of flavors, featuring aromatic sun-dried tomatoes, robust Parmesan, and a fragrant blend of Italian herbs like oregano, thyme, and rosemary. As it bakes, the cabbage becomes incredibly tender, soaking up every delicious drop of the Tuscan cabbage with sun dried tomatoes sauce, living up to its "melting" name.

This one pan melting cabbage dish is incredibly versatile. Serve it as a standout vegetarian main, or as an unforgettable side alongside roasted chicken or pork. It’s an ideal comforting cabbage dish for a cozy dinner, and its ease makes it perfect for a weeknight, yet elegant enough for guests. You’ll be amazed at how such simple ingredients can create a dish so utterly crave-worthy. Get ready to add this to your collection of favorite creamy marry me recipes!

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