Indulge in a deliciously creamy and cheesy keto casserole that transforms humble cabbage into a star dish. This Keto Cabbage Bake with Gouda and Bacon is perfect for low-carb enthusiasts seeking comfort food that doesn’t compromise on flavor. With layers of tender cabbage, a rich Gouda-infused sauce, and crispy bacon bits, this dish will quickly become a favorite at your dinner table. Easy to prepare and budget-friendly, it’s a versatile side dish or a standalone main.
Ingredients:
- 1 head of cabbage, cut into wedges
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- ½ onion, chopped
- 2 tsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
- 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream
- 4 ounces shredded Gouda cheese
- Bacon pieces (for garnish)
- Parmesan cheese, shredded (for garnish)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Cabbage: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a spacious skillet, warm the olive oil over medium heat. Sear the cabbage wedges until lightly golden on both sides. Transfer the cabbage to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Toss in the diced onion and cook until it becomes soft and translucent. Stir in the minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and fresh thyme. Cook for another minute until fragrant. Add the heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer. Allow it to reduce for about 3–4 minutes.
- Assemble the Dish: Stir in the shredded Gouda cheese to the cream sauce, whisking until fully melted and smooth. Pour the cheese sauce evenly over the cabbage wedges in the baking dish.
- Bake: Sprinkle bacon pieces over the top and garnish with shredded Parmesan cheese. Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender and the top is golden and bubbly.
- Serve: Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy it as a standalone main or pair it with a protein of your choice.
Conclusion:
This Creamy Keto Cabbage Bake with Gouda and Bacon proves that low-carb eating doesn’t have to be boring. Packed with cheesy, savory goodness, this dish is sure to impress even the pickiest eaters. Perfect for busy weeknights or as a comforting addition to your dinner spread, it’s a recipe you’ll come back to again and again.
Creamy Keto Cabbage Bake with Gouda and Bacon
Ingredients
- 1 head of cabbage cut into wedges
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- ½ onion chopped
- 2 tsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme or 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream
- 4 ounces shredded Gouda cheese
- Bacon pieces for garnish
- Parmesan cheese shredded (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cabbage: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a spacious skillet, warm the olive oil over medium heat. Sear the cabbage wedges until lightly golden on both sides. Transfer the cabbage to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Toss in the diced onion and cook until it becomes soft and translucent. Stir in the minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and fresh thyme. Cook for another minute until fragrant. Add the heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer. Allow it to reduce for about 3–4 minutes.
- Assemble the Dish: Stir in the shredded Gouda cheese to the cream sauce, whisking until fully melted and smooth. Pour the cheese sauce evenly over the cabbage wedges in the baking dish.
- Bake: Sprinkle bacon pieces over the top and garnish with shredded Parmesan cheese. Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender and the top is golden and bubbly.
- Serve: Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy it as a standalone main or pair it with a protein of your choice.