Oven Roasted Melting Cabbage with Parmesan

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Oven Roasted Melting Cabbage with Parmesan

This oven roasted melting cabbage is one of those recipes that turns humble cabbage into something special. Thick slices of cabbage are brushed with butter and olive oil, roasted until tender, and finished with a sprinkle of Parmesan that turns golden and bubbly in the oven.

Prep Time10

Cook Time40

Total Time50

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Cabbage Recipe, easy meal, easy recipe, side dish recipe, vegetable recipe

Servings: Servings

Calories: 282kcal

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Equipment

baking sheet

Measuring cup

Ingredients

1 Large Green Cabbage cut into 1½-inch thick rounds (about 4–6 slices)
3 Tablespoons Olive Oil
½ Teaspoon Salt
½ Teaspoon Black Pepper
½ Teaspoon Paprika
4 Cloves Garlic minced, I used black garlic today
¼ Cup Butter melted
½ Cup Parmesan Cheese Grated
¼ Cup Low-sodium Vegetable or chicken broth (optional)
Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or foil to make cleanup easy.
Remove any loose outer leaves from the cabbage. Cut into thick 1½-inch rounds, keeping the core in place so the slices stay together. Lay the rounds in a single layer on the baking sheet, leaving a little space between each one.
1 Large Green Cabbage
Mix the butter and seasonings. In a small bowl, stir together the melted butter, olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika until well combined.
3 Tablespoons Olive Oil, ½ Teaspoon Salt, ½ Teaspoon Black Pepper, ½ Teaspoon Paprika, ¼ Cup Butter, 4 Cloves Garlic
Brush generously. Use a pastry brush or spoon to coat both sides of each cabbage slice with the butter mixture, making sure the edges get plenty of seasoning.
Place the pan in the oven and roast for 20 minutes, until the bottoms begin to turn golden.
Carefully turn each cabbage round over with a spatula. If using broth, spoon a little around the cabbage to keep the pan from drying out. Sprinkle Parmesan evenly over the tops.
½ Cup Parmesan Cheese, ¼ Cup Low-sodium Vegetable
Return to the oven to finish. Roast for another 15–20 minutes, until the cabbage is very tender and the cheese is melted and lightly browned.
Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve right away while hot and buttery.
Fresh parsley

Notes

Simple Variations for Your Family Table

This roasted cabbage is easy to adjust depending on what you have on hand:

Black Garlic Variation: Swap regular garlic for mashed black garlic for a deeper, slightly sweet flavor.
Extra Cheesy: Add mozzarella or provolone along with the Parmesan for a heartier topping.
Herb Butter: Mix thyme, rosemary, or Italian seasoning into the butter before brushing on the cabbage.
Spicy Kick: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the butter mixture.
Bacon Topping: Sprinkle cooked, crumbled bacon over the cheese before the final roast.

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