Cheesy Cabbage Casserole with Ritz Cracker Topping

Ingredients

- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 medium cabbage, cored and thinly sliced
- 2 cups crushed Ritz crackers (about 1 sleeve)
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of celery soup
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. Prepare the Baking Dish: Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick cooking spray.

3. Sauté the Onions: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until soft and translucent.

4. Cook the Cabbage: Add the thinly sliced cabbage to the skillet with the onions. Sauté for another 10-12 minutes until the cabbage is tender but not overly soft.

5. Make the Creamy Sauce: In a medium bowl, mix the cream of celery soup and milk until smooth. Pour this mixture into the skillet with the cabbage and onions. Stir to combine well, and let simmer for 3-4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

6. Assemble the Casserole: Spread the cabbage mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the grated sharp cheddar cheese over the cabbage.

7. Prepare the Cracker Topping: In a small bowl, combine the crushed Ritz crackers with the remaining 2 tablespoons of melted butter. Mix until all the crumbs are coated. Evenly spread the cracker topping over the cheese layer in the baking dish.

8. Bake the Casserole: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.

9. Serve: Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy this dish warm for a delightful and comforting dinner.

Preparation & Cooking Times

- Preparation Time: PT15M
15 minutes
- Cooking Time: PT40M
40 minutes

Total Time

- PT55M
55 minutes

Type of Dish

- Dinner

Keywords

- Cabbage casserole
- Cheesy dinner
- Easy casserole
- Ritz crackers
- Comfort food
- Oven-baked
- Weeknight dinner
- Family meal
- Cheddar cheese
- Creamy cabbage

Recipe Yield

- Serves 4 adults

Calories

- Total: 1600 calories

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