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Brenda Gantt’s Cabbage Casserole

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Brenda Gantt’s Cabbage Casserole, even if you are not familiar with her recipes, makes you feel you know her. Creamy cabbage, onions, and cheese, topped with a crunchy, buttery cracker topping. Simple ingredients and easy to make is top on my list!

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Brenda Gantt’s Cabbage Casserole

If comfort food is defined by certain dishes, then Brenda Gantt’s cabbage casserole fits the bill. A simple head of cabbage prepared in a baking dish, with a few easy other ingredients. All you need is a preheated oven, and patience to wait about 45 minutes.

Then this simple cabbage mixture turns into good old Southern style soul food. Which is another way of saying it fills you up with warm good time homey feelings, then sends you off with a smile on your face.

If you love cabbage like I do, check out this Bierock Casserole!

Are stuffed cabbage and cabbage casserole the same thing?

In a lot of ways, stuffed cabbage recipes and cabbage casseroles have a lot in common. The ingredients include cabbage, onions, meat, etc. But there is a major difference to truly appreciate.

Because it makes all the difference. Ask yourself…

Do you feel like stuffing a bunch of cabbage leaves into nice little pockets of stuffed cabbage leaves? Then carefully laying those into a pot to cook, hoping leaves don’t split and spill…

If not, then making a casserole is the way to go! All you need is to layer the ingredients in and bake it. Then spoon out and serve. May not look as cool, but it sure tastes just as good!

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ingredients for Brenda Gantt cabbage casserole

Ingredients Needed

  • Green cabbage (You can use red or Napa)
  • Sweet onion (I like Vidalias but any sweet onion will do)
  • Condensed chicken soup (You can also use mushroom, onion, or celery soup)
  • Mayonnaise (Duke’s is my favorite)
  • Butter (Use unsalted)
  • Cheddar cheese (Pepper Jack works great too)
  • Ritz crackers (Substitute Panko or corn flakes)
  • Salt & Pepper (A dash of garlic powder is great too)

How to make Brenda Gantt’s Cabbage Casserole

  1. Preheat oven to 350 F. Prepare a 9×13 dish with cooking spray.
  2. Spread chopped cabbage in the pan. Top with sliced onions.
  3. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  1. Mix the cream of chicken soup, mayo, and melted butter. Spoon and spread over the cabbage and onions.
  2. Mix topping ingredients together and spread over casserole.
  3. Bake for 35-45 minutes or until the casserole is bubbly and the topping is golden brown.
  4. Remove and serve warm. Enjoy.

For the full recipe and detailed baking instructions, please see the recipe card at the end of this post.

Freshly baked Brenda Gantt cabbage casserole

Do you cover cabbage casserole when baking?

You might be tempted to cover so it doesn’t dry out but do not cover a cabbage casserole. No need. In fact, you do yourself a favor by not covering it.

Covering cabbage casserole just holds in too much moisture. The cabbage turns to mush as a result. So let this bake uncovered. It also helps keep that top nice and crunchy.

What goes well with Brenda Gantt cabbage casserole?

A cabbage casserole is versatile. You can serve it as a topping on hot dogs. Or you serve it as a main course or side dish. It tastes great cold too, so I suppose you could even get away with calling it a salad too.

However, if you serve cabbage casserole as your main course, then here are sides I can recommend from my sister site: Leftovers Then Breakfast.

How to store/reheat

There are options for leftovers, and trust me, you will love the leftovers! The flavors blend and balance and everything just tastes even better. You can refrigerate or even freeze if you prefer.

Freezing is not quite as ideal, because the texture of the cabbage isn’t quite as good after freezing. But no worries, it still tastes great.

You can heat it up in the microwave, on the oven, or in a sauce pan on medium heat.

In the fridge, it lasts 3-4 days. In the freezer, about 3o days is optimal. Just make sure to cover tightly in either case – Preferably in an air tight glass or plastic container.

Also, you can add more fresh ground crackers or cereal to the top when you reheat if you have some handy.

A forkful of cabbage casserole

Best Casserole Tips

  • If you have a small head of cabbage make it in a 2 quart baking dish (8×8).
  • You can use any type of cabbage, even red cabbage or Napa cabbage if you like.
  • Make sure to rinse your cabbage first.
  • Other types of condensed cream soups work for variations. For example, cream of mushroom, or cream of asparagus.

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Brenda Gantt cabbage casserole recipe

This comforting cabbage casserole is the perfect way get some extra veggies in your meals!

cabbage casserole in white dish with plate

Brenda Gantt Cabbage Casserole

Brenda Gantt's Cabbage Casserole is creamy cabbage, onions, and cheese, topped with a crunchy, buttery cracker topping.
4.50 from 94 votes
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Course: Vegetarian
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 389kcal
Author: Jennifer Stewart

Ingredients

Cabbage Casserole

  • 1 medium or large head green cabbage roughly chopped
  • 1 large Vidalia or sweet onion sliced
  • 1 can condensed cream of chicken soup 10.5 ounces
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • ½ stick unsalted butter melted
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper

Cracker Topping

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 sleeve Ritz crackers (roughly 30 crackers) crushed

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350F.
  • Spread rough chopped cabbage in the bottom of a a 9×13 pan.
  • Top with sliced onions.
  • Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Mix the cream of chicken soup, mayo, and melted butter in a separate bowl.
  • Spoon and spread over the cabbage and onions.
  • Mix topping ingredients together and spread over casserole.
  • Bake for 35-45 minutes or until the casserole is bubbly and the topping is golden brown.
  • Remove and serve warm.
  • Enjoy.

Notes

  • If you have a small head of cabbage make it in a 2 quart baking dish (8×8).
  • You can use any type of cabbage, even red cabbage or Napa cabbage if you like.
  • Make sure to rinse your cabbage first.
  • Other types of condensed cream soups work for variations. For example, cream of mushroom, or cream of asparagus.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 389kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 22g | Cholesterol: 47mg | Sodium: 1093mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 7g

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Robin Broswell

Thursday 18th of January 2024

Thank you for posting this recipe. I used gluten-free panko on top instead of crackers because I can't eat wheat. I also used gluten-free cream of chicken soup. I wanted to add protein so I added half pound of sliced corned beef which I bought from the deli counter. I just cut it into bite sized pieces and layered it between the cabbage and onions. It was SOOOO good! I ate two servings! The next day I served on top of some leftover mashed potatoes I had. Yum. I will be making this again for sure!

jennifer

Thursday 18th of January 2024

I love the addition of the corned beef! Genius! Since you are gluten free, try the GF panko crumbs that are made with pork rinds. They are so delicious and add just a hint of smoky flavor. So glad you liked it. Thanks for being a reader:)

Karen

Friday 5th of January 2024

I live alone and make this cabbage casserole twice a week !! I love it. I read cabbage is good for kidneys and my kidneys need the help. I like having a casserole cooked and in the fridge so I can warm some up for a hot meal and this casserole is perfect 🥰

Pat Hines

Friday 29th of December 2023

I made this with Brussels Sprouts and a light layer of Prosciutto under the cheese layer. It was perfect for one and helped me clean out the frig after the holidays. I think I may add some chopped apples or hamburger next time.

jennifer

Tuesday 2nd of January 2024

OMG that is genius!! I love this and can't wait to try it!

Lora Signs

Tuesday 26th of December 2023

You are correct! Even cabbage haters love this recipe😁! I didn't have ritz crackers the first time I baked this. I substituted Cheez-Its. Try it!!!!!! Sooooo good

jennifer

Tuesday 2nd of January 2024

Cheez-its are genius! Thanks for the tip!