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Cheesy Baked Cabbage

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This is the kind of cabbage dish that surprises people. The edges bake golden, the inside stays soft, and the cheese pulls everything together into something rich and sliceable. It’s simple, inexpensive, and far more satisfying than it has any right to be.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Servings 3

Ingredients

  • 300 g cabbage finely shredded (10 oz)
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 tbsp starch
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 50 g cheese grated (½ cup)
  • 1 tsp vinegar
  • ¼ tsp baking soda
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill chopped
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • ¾ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • Butter or oil

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a baking dish.
  • Place the shredded cabbage in a bowl. Add salt and gently squeeze with your hands to soften. Drain any released liquid.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, starch, flour, mayonnaise, vinegar, baking soda, sugar, garlic, dill, and pepper until smooth.
  • Add the cabbage and mix until evenly coated.
  • Transfer the mixture to the prepared dish. Spread evenly and sprinkle the grated cheese on top.
  • Bake 45 minutes, until golden and set.
  • Rest 10 minutes before slicing.