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Southern Style Cabbage Beef Bake

Southern Style Cabbage Beef Bake That Melts in Your Mouth

A comforting and low-carb Southern Style Cabbage Beef Bake that's simple to prepare in an Instant Pot.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Natural Pressure Release 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Casserole
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 head Cabbage Chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Can substitute with turkey for a leaner option
  • 1 medium Onion Diced; use yellow or sweet onions
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced; fresh packs the best punch
  • 14.5 oz Diced Tomatoes Canned versions work great
  • 1 cup Chicken or Beef Broth Low-sodium preferred
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Feel free to swap for pepper jack
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Basil Fresh herbs can be used if available
Optional Garnishes
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley Chopped; for garnish
  • Red Pepper Flakes For added heat, if desired

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash and chop the cabbage into bite-sized pieces. Dice the onion and mince the garlic.
  2. Set your Instant Pot to the sauté function and add olive oil. Add diced onion and minced garlic; cook for 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add ground beef to the pot and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned.
  4. Stir in chopped cabbage and diced tomatoes with their juices; cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  5. Pour in the broth and add oregano and basil. Close the lid, set to high pressure, and cook for 8 minutes.
  6. Allow natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then quick release any remaining pressure.
  7. Open the lid and sprinkle cheddar cheese on top. Close the lid for 2-3 minutes on keep warm setting to melt cheese.
  8. Serve hot and garnish with fresh parsley and red pepper flakes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use high-quality, fresh ingredients for the best flavors. Opt for low-sodium broth to control salt intake.

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