Cabbage Casserole With Ritz Crackers Recipe
This cabbage casserole with Ritz crackers features tender cabbage, melty cheese, sour cream, and a crispy, golden Ritz topping.
Equipment
- Large cutting board
- Sharp chef’s knife
- Large pot (for boiling cabbage)
- Colander
- Medium mixing bowl
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- 9x13-inch baking dish
- Aluminum foil
- Oven
Ingredients
- 1 large head green cabbage about 2 ½ pounds, chopped
- 1 medium yellow onion finely diced
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter divided
- 1 can 10.5 oz cream of chicken soup
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 sleeve about 30 crackers Ritz crackers, crushed
Optional but delicious additions:
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ cup cooked crumbled bacon
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
Step 1: Prep the Cabbage
- Start by removing any tough outer leaves from the cabbage. Slice it into quarters, remove the core, and chop it into bite-sized pieces. Don’t worry about perfection here—rustic is beautiful.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the cabbage and cook for 8–10 minutes, just until tender but not falling apart. Drain well in a colander and let it sit for a few minutes so excess water drips away.
Step 2: Sauté the Onion
- In the same pot (because we love fewer dishes), melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for about 5 minutes until soft and lightly golden. This step adds depth and sweetness to the casserole.
Step 3: Mix the Creamy Base
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, heavy cream, sour cream, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Stir until smooth. Fold in the sautéed onion and shredded cheddar cheese.
- Now gently stir in the drained cabbage. Make sure everything is evenly coated. You want every bite to be creamy and flavorful.
Step 4: Assemble the Casserole
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with a little butter. Pour the cabbage mixture into the dish and spread evenly.
- In a separate bowl, crush the Ritz crackers. Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and stir it into the cracker crumbs until evenly coated. Sprinkle the buttery crumbs evenly over the casserole.
Step 5: Bake
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for another 15 minutes, until the top is golden brown and the edges are bubbling.
- Let it rest for at least 10 minutes before serving. This helps it set and makes slicing easier.