Brenda Gantt Cabbage Casserole Recipe
“Delve into the comforting world of casseroles with Brenda Gantt’s cherished recipes for cabbage and onion casseroles. Known for their simplicity and deliciousness, these dishes are perfect for any occasion.
Brenda Gantt’s Savory Cabbage Casserole Recipe Essential Cooking Tools
- Oven
- 9×13 casserole dish
Ingredients
- 1 green cabbage, roughly chopped (substitutable with red or napa cabbage)
- 1 large sweet onion, thinly sliced
- 1 can of condensed chicken soup (alternative options include mushroom, onion, or celery soup)
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- ½ stick of unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper (optional: add garlic powder for enhanced flavor)
Topping
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 sleeve Ritz crackers, crushed (alternatives: Panko, cornbread, or corn flakes)
- 1 stick of unsalted butter, melted
Preparation Steps
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Layer the chopped cabbage and sliced onions in the casserole dish. Season with salt and pepper.
- Combine the chicken soup, mayonnaise, and melted butter in a bowl. Spread this mixture evenly over the cabbage and onions.
- Mix the topping ingredients and sprinkle over the casserole.
- Bake for 35-45 minutes until the casserole bubbles and the topping turns golden brown.
- Serve the hot and flavorful Brenda Gantt cabbage casserole straight from the oven.
Versatility of the Casserole This recipe adapts beautifully whether served atop hot dogs, as a hearty main, or a side dish. For a twist, replace Ritz crackers with cornbread for a cornbread cabbage casserole variant.
Freezing and Reheating Instructions Cabbage casserole is excellent for make-ahead meals:
- Cool the casserole completely.
- Transfer to an airtight, freezer-safe container. Label with the dish name and date.
- Freeze up to three months.
- Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat in the oven at 350°F for 20-25 minutes.
While the texture of the cabbage may slightly alter post-freezing, the flavor remains robust and comforting. Enjoy Brenda Gantt’s home-style casseroles anytime with these easy steps.”
