mary's cheesy scalloped cabbage

Indianapolis, IN
Updated on Dec 20, 2024

This was given to me by my dear mother-in-law, Mary Armstrong Bales, many years ago. It has long been a family favorite. Even people who don't like cabbage like it!

Blue Ribbon Recipe

Cabbage and cheese are simply divine together in this side dish. Pieces of cabbage are layered between shredded cheddar cheese and a creamy white sauce. It's topped with crunchy buttered bread crumbs. Rich, hearty, and delicious.

prep time 30 Min
cook time 25 Min
method Bake
yield 8 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 small head green cabbage
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 - 3/4 cups fine bread crumbs tossed with melted butter
  • 1 1/2 cups white sauce
  • WHITE SAUCE
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups milk

How To Make mary's cheesy scalloped cabbage

  • Boil cabbage. Add salt and butter once cooked.
    Step 1
    Cut cabbage into wedges and cook uncovered until tender; about 25 minutes. Add salt to water just before cooking is completed. Drain cabbage, and add butter.
  • Prepare the white sauce.
    Step 2
    For white sauce, in a saucepan melt butter over low heat. Add flour and salt; stir until combined. Gradually add the milk, stirring constantly until thickened. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Layer cooked cabbage, cheddar cheese, and white sauce.
    Step 3
    Layer the cabbage, cheese, and white sauce in a 2-1/2 qt. casserole dish. Repeat layers.
  • Top with buttered bread crumbs.
    Step 4
    Top with buttered bread crumbs.
  • Bake at 375 degrees for 25 minutes.
    Step 5
    Bake at 375 for 25 minutes or until bread crumbs are browned.
  • Serving Mary's Cheesy Scalloped Cabbage.
    Step 6
    A good side dish with ham, pork, sausage, or as a vegetarian main dish.
  • Step 7
    A picture of the lady who is responsible for this recipe: Mary Armstrong Bales, God bless her!

Nutrition Facts

(per serving*)
calories: 307kcal, carbohydrates: 28g, cholesterol: 49mg, fat: 17g, fiber: 3g, protein: 11g, saturated fat: 10g, sodium: 1075mg, sugar: 16g, unsaturated fat: 7g
*Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Nutrition information is estimated.

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