Description
Marry Me Melting Cabbage with Creamy Tuscan Sauce is a show-stopping dish that transforms humble green cabbage into an indulgent delicacy. This recipe features tender cabbage wedges enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce infused with sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, and aromatic herbs. Ideal for any occasion—whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy family meal—this dish promises to impress. The melding of flavors creates a comforting experience that’s both satisfying and elegant. Perfect as a side or the star of your meal, this one-pan wonder will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head green cabbage (cut into wedges)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- ½ cup red onion (finely diced)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes (julienned)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut cabbage into wedges; sear in olive oil in a cast iron skillet until golden brown on both sides.
- Remove cabbage; cook onion and garlic in the same skillet until softened.
- Deglaze with broth, then stir in cream cheese until smooth.
- Add heavy cream, sun-dried tomatoes, and herbs; simmer for about 3 minutes.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted; return cabbage to skillet and spoon sauce over it.
- Cover and bake for 45 minutes; uncover and bake for an additional 15–20 minutes until tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wedge (approx. 180g)
- Calories: 315
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 57mg