Creamy Corned Beef Cabbage Parmesan (Printable)
Hearty cabbage and corned beef layered in a rich, creamy cheese sauce topped with golden melted parmesan.
# Ingredient List:
→ 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
# How to Make:
01 - Preheat your oven to 375°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
02 - In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the onion and cook until soft, about 3 minutes. Add the garlic and cook 1 minute more until fragrant.
03 - Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute to remove raw taste. Gradually whisk in milk and cream to avoid lumps. Continue whisking until the sauce thickens, about 3–4 minutes.
04 - Stir in salt, pepper, and paprika. Remove from heat. Add 1 cup mozzarella and 1/2 cup parmesan, stirring until melted and smooth.
05 - In a large bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, corned beef, and cheese sauce. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly coated.
06 - Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish. Top with the remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella and a generous sprinkle of additional parmesan cheese.
07 - Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes until the cabbage begins to soften.
08 - Remove the foil and bake for another 15 minutes, until bubbling and golden on top with cheese melted and slightly browned.
09 - Let rest for 5–10 minutes before serving to allow the casserole to set. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
# Helpful Tips:
01 -
- The way the cabbage softens and sweetens in the creamy sauce while still keeping a bit of texture
- It transforms humble ingredients into something company-worthy with almost zero effort
- The golden parmesan crust creates this irresistible contrast against the tender layers beneath
02 -
- Whisking constantly when adding the milk prevents lumps that never quite disappear, even with baking
- Letting it rest before serving is crucial or it'll be too loose and you'll end up with soupy servings
- The cabbage releases water as it cooks, so don't worry if it looks like too much sauce at first
03 -
- Grating your own cheese makes a huge difference since pre-shredded cheese has anti-caking agents that prevent smooth melting
- Room temperature ingredients incorporate more easily, so take everything out about 20 minutes before you start cooking