Creamy Corned Beef Cabbage Parmesan (Printable)
Tender cabbage and corned beef in a creamy sauce with mozzarella and golden parmesan topping.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Meats
01 - 2 cups cooked corned beef, chopped
→ Vegetables
02 - 1 medium head green cabbage, cored and shredded (about 6 cups)
03 - 1 medium onion, diced
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Sauce
05 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
06 - 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
07 - 1 1/2 cups whole milk
08 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
11 - 1/4 teaspoon paprika
→ Cheeses
12 - 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
13 - 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese, plus more for topping
→ Optional Garnishes
14 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
# Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
02 - Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until soft, about 3 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Stir flour into the skillet and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk and heavy cream, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Continue whisking until sauce thickens, about 3-4 minutes.
04 - Stir in salt, pepper, and paprika. Remove from heat. Add 1 cup mozzarella cheese and 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, stirring until completely melted and smooth.
05 - In a large bowl, combine shredded cabbage, chopped corned beef, and cheese sauce. Mix thoroughly until cabbage is evenly coated.
06 - Spread mixture evenly in prepared baking dish. Top with remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese and a generous sprinkle of additional parmesan cheese.
07 - Cover baking dish with aluminum foil. Bake for 25 minutes until heated through.
08 - Remove foil and continue baking for 15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown on top.
09 - Let casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The humble cabbage becomes silky and sweet under a blanket of creamy sauce, proving that ordinary ingredients can create extraordinary meals
- Corned beef brings a salty, smoky depth that makes every bite feel substantial and satisfying
02 -
- The cabbage releases water as it bakes, so don't worry if the sauce looks too thick when you first assemble it
- Covering with foil initially prevents the cheese from burning before the cabbage cooks through
03 -
- Grate your own cheese for the smoothest melting texture and most authentic flavor
- Let the completed casserole rest before serving—it makes a huge difference in how nicely it slices