Creamy Corned Beef Cabbage Parmesan (Printable Version)

Rich layers of corned beef and cabbage baked in a velvety cheese sauce with a crispy parmesan crust

# What You Need:

→ 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 It:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
02 - Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until softened, approximately 3 minutes. Add minced garlic and continue cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Sprinkle flour into the skillet, stirring constantly for 1 minute to cook out raw flavor. Gradually whisk in whole milk and heavy cream, continuing to whisk until sauce thickens and bubbles form, about 3-4 minutes.
04 - Remove skillet from heat. Stir in salt, black pepper, and paprika. Add 1 cup mozzarella cheese and 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, stirring until completely melted and smooth.
05 - In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded cabbage, chopped corned beef, and prepared cheese sauce. Mix thoroughly until cabbage is evenly coated.
06 - Transfer mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading evenly. Top with remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese and additional parmesan to taste.
07 - Cover baking dish tightly with aluminum foil. Bake for 25 minutes to allow vegetables to steam and flavors to meld.
08 - Remove foil and return to oven for 15 minutes until cheese is golden brown and bubbly. Internal temperature should reach 165°F.
09 - Let casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before serving to allow setting. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The creamy sauce hugs every bite of tender cabbage while the corned beef adds perfect savory depth
  • It transforms humble ingredients into something that feels like a special occasion without any fuss
  • The golden parmesan crust creates this incredible contrast against the soft, melty interior
02 -
  • The foil step is crucial because cabbage needs time to soften without drying out or burning
  • I once skipped removing the foil at the end and missed out on the crispy topping everyone fights over
  • The sauce might look thin at first but it thickens beautifully during baking
03 -
  • Use a box grater to shred your cabbage rather than buying pre-shredded bags for better texture
  • Room temperature ingredients blend more smoothly into the sauce

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