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Marry Me Melting Cabbage

Marry Me Melting Cabbage in Creamy Tuscan Goodness

Delight in the creamy, savory goodness of Marry Me Melting Cabbage, a vegetarian dish that transforms humble cabbage into a culinary masterpiece.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cabbage
  • 1 head Green Cabbage cut into wedges
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for searing
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter for flavor
  • 1 medium Red Onion chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 cup Low-Sodium Chicken or Vegetable Broth for moisture
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese for creamy texture
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream for richness
  • 1/2 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Herbs (Oregano, Thyme, Rosemary) mix of herbs
  • to taste Salt for seasoning
  • to taste Pepper for seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes optional
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Cast-iron skillet
  • Oven

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cut the green cabbage into 8 wedges and rinse them under cold water.
  3. Sear the cabbage wedges in olive oil for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden-brown.
  4. Remove cabbage and sauté chopped red onion in butter until softened, then add garlic.
  5. Pour in the broth to deglaze the pan and simmer for about 2 minutes.
  6. Add cream cheese and heavy cream, then mix in sun-dried tomatoes and dried herbs, simmering for 3-4 minutes.
  7. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and nestle seared cabbage wedges back into the skillet.
  8. Cover and bake for 45 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes.
  9. Let rest for 5 minutes and garnish with parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 7gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Leftovers can be stored for up to 3 days in the fridge, or frozen for up to 2 months.

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