Cabbage Au Gratin Recipe

Cabbage Au Gratin is a delicious dish that combines sweetness with savory flavors, and it is easy to prepare. Loaded with fresh cabbage, Gruyere cheese, green onions, eggs, warm spices, and some cream. This easy recipe is baked in one pie dish, making this cabbage au gratin very impressive and oh-so-delicious.

A white pie baking dish with a cabbage au gratin fully baked.

St. Patrick’s Day is coming this Monday, and what better way to try a new dish? After one bite, we knew we had to share this easy recipe. We saw this recipe for cabbage au gratin in a Vera Vera Cookbook, and made a few slight modifications. And, it turned out delicious!

This Cabbage Au Gratin Recipe is baked in a 9-inch ceramic pie dish and will serve at least 4 to 6 people.

Plus, we can’t say enough about this dish. It’s pure comfort food, and you can serve it alone or with practically anything for dinner. Cabbage au gratin will make a wonderful side dish, and pairs well with fish, chicken, and all kinds of meat dishes.

Tell Us About this Cabbage Au Gratin Recipe

  • Most Gratin Recipes: Most gratin recipes typically have a breadcrumb mixture on top and bottom, and even some flour added. This one does not. Our version is gluten-free, just like our cabbage and ground beef recipe, and this too is absolutelypositively delicious!
  • The Flavor: Let’s face it, cabbage can be bland. So to further enhance its flavor, we also added grated Parmesan cheese both on the bottom and on top of the dish to give it extra flavor and richness. Plus, the spices add additional flavor.
  • The Texture: The cabbage becomes soft and creamy, with a zesty, savory taste, making it a perfect accompaniment to your favorite entrees. We served it at dinner with our oven-baked brisket, and it was amazing. Our family loved it!
A white pie dish with a cabbage gratin fully baked and a small spatula for serving.

Cabbage Au Gratin Recipe Ingredients

  • Green Cabbage: You will need one medium head of green cabbage for this recipe.
  • Green Onions: You will need a few green onions. They are also called scallions, too.
  • Eggs: You will only need 2 large eggs. If you have small eggs, you can add 3 eggs.
  • Shredded Gruyere: Our favorite cheese is Gruyere, and we found it already shredded in a package. If you cannot find it, you can purchase the block and shred it yourself.
  • Heavy Cream: Some heavy cream is needed for this gratin. It will give it a subtle richness to this gratin, but not overpowering.
  • Spices and Seasonings: Additionally, you’ll want to add a few spices, including nutmeg, cardamom, and cayenne pepper, along with some salt and black pepper. These ingredients combined will make this cabbage gratin taste AMAZING!

QUICK NOTE: There is some flour in the photo below with an (X) over it. We decided not to add it to this recipe, and it still turned out great!

How to Make This Recipe for Cabbage Au Gratin?

Find the full printable recipe card with measurements below. There are a few steps to making this cabbage au gratin. It takes about 15 minutes to prep and 40 minutes to bake. So, let’s go over the steps so you can understand what’s involved before you start.

1. Cook the Gabbage: First, sauté the cabbage with green onions for a few minutes in a skillet. This will give the cabbage wedges a slightly charred and golden color.

A white Dutch oven filled with cabbage wedges and chopped green onions.

2. Measure and Whisk the Ingredients: Meanwhile, in one mixing bowl, we measure and mix all the rest of the ingredients and whisk to blend.

3. Combine Everything: Next, add the sauteed cabbage, and stir everything to combine.

A clear glass mixing bowl with the wet ingredients and spices whisked to combined. And grilled cabbage is added to the mixture.

4. Transfer to Baking Pie Dish and Bake: Then, transfer the entire mixture into a 9-inch baking dish, scatter with parmesan cheese on top, and bake for 35 to 40 minutes. Allow it to rest before serving. Then serve.

A baking pie plate with a baked cabbage au gratin and a plate with a portion of it.

Important Recipe Tips:

  • Allow to Rest: When the cabbage gratin comes out of the oven, it will still be bubbling, and it’s best to give it a few minutes to rest before serving.
  • When Serving: You can use a knife to slice it or a small spatula to serve.
  • Want Crunch or Crispiness? If you prefer, you can add your favorite bread crumbs to this cabbage au gratin recipe on the bottom and top. They will give the dish the crispiness and crunch you would expect in an au gratin. But we felt it was delicious without them.
  • All Ovens Vary: Keep in mind that all ovens, gas and electric, are different. Therefore, the baking time will vary. So keep an eye on this gratin toward the end of its estimated baking time.
  • To Store: Best to store covered and kept in the refrigerator. It will stay fresh for up to 3 days.
A pie baking dish with a cabbage gratin fully baked.

A Delicious Side Dish

This recipe for Cabbage Au Gratin is a delicious side dish, and will go perfectly with a steak, pork chop, brisket, and even a tenderloin. Your family and friends will love it.

Try it and enjoy!

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More Gratin Recipes

A white pie baking dish with a cabbage au gratin fully baked.

Cabbage Au Gratin Recipe

Yield: 4 to 6 servings
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes

Cabbage Au Gratin is a delicious recipe for a vegetable side dish with sweet and savory flavors. It's simple, easy to pull off, and will complement, fish, chicken, brisket and more.

Ingredients

  • 1 Tbsp. of extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 Tbsp. unsalted butter - divided
  • 1 medium cabbage, cut into wedges (about 8 to 10 cups)
  • 3 green onions (scallions) - rinsed, and sliced
  • 1 + 1/4 cups heavy cream
  • 2 whole eggs
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup shredded gruyere cheese
  • 1/4 tsp. ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp. ground cardamom
  • 2 tsp. salt
  • 2 dashes of cayenne pepper
  • fresh cracked black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to Bake at 375 degrees F (200C).
  2. First, grease a 9-inch pie baking dish with some butter, and scatter about 2 or 3 tablespoons of grated parmesan cheese on the bottom of the dish. Then set it nearby.
  3. In a deep skillet, add 1 tablespoon of butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Heat on moderate heat and add the cabbage wedges and green onions. Grill teh cabbage for 1 to 2 minutes per side, only to give them some golden color. Turn off the heat, and remove the pan from heat, allow the cabbage to cool for a few minutes.
  4. Next, In a large mixing bowl, measure and whisk all the remaining ingredients: heavy creamy, eggs, 1 cup of gruyere and 1/4 cup of parmesan cheese, and seasonings. Then fold in the grilled cabbage, until the mixture is well combined.
  5. Transfer to your prepared baking pie dish. Scatter on top with an extra 3 tablespoons of grated parmesan cheese, and some fresh cracked black pepper, if you like.
  6. BAKE on the middle rack of your oven for about 35 to 40 minutes, until the gratin is golden brown on top and around the edges. Remove and set it aside to cool for a few minutes. The gratin will be bubbling and will slowly settle down. Then cut, or spoon into servings and serve.

Notes

Tipe and Tricks!

  • Allow to Rest: When the cabbage gratin comes out of the oven, it will still be bubbling, and it's best to give it a few minutes to rest before serving.
  • When Serving: You can use a knife to slice it or a small spatula to serve.
  • Want Crunch or Crispiness? If you prefer, you can add your favorite bread crumbs to this cabbage au gratin recipe on the bottom and top. They will give the dish the crispiness and crunch you would expect in an au gratin. But we felt it was delicious without them.
  • All Ovens Vary: Keep in mind that all ovens, gas and electric, are different. Therefore, the baking time will vary. So keep an eye on this gratin toward the end of its estimated baking time.
  • To Store: Cover with aluminum or clear wrap any remaining leftovers and keep it chilled in the fridge. It will stay fresh for up to 3 days. And it's an easy dish to reheat in a toaster oven or microwave.
  • Nutrition Information:
    Yield: 6 servings Serving Size: 1 serving
    Amount Per Serving: Calories: 324Total Fat: 20.7gCarbohydrates: 25gFiber: 10.3gSugar: 5.1gProtein: 15.3g

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    4 Comments

    1. I love augratin ANYTHING and this cabbage version was a huge hit on our dinner table; even the kids ate it! Talk about a win! Thanks for sharing another awesome way to make delicious food!

      1. Aw, thank you so much, Dan. That is awesome! We’re so happy to hear you enjoyed our cabbage au gratin! We appreciate you stopping by and leaving us a sweet comment and thank you so much for your support! Have a great weekend. And, keep cooking! 🙂