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Brenda Gantt Cabbage Casserole Recipe
Ginna Tobin

Brenda Gantt Cabbage Casserole Recipe

5 from 1 vote
Oh y’all, get ready for a Southern classic straight from Brenda Gantt’s kitchen-her famous cabbage casserole recipe! This dish is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender cabbage, sweet onions, and a rich, creamy sauce with a buttery cracker topping that’s downright irresistible. It’s one of those recipes that’ll have everyone asking for seconds, whether it’s a Sunday dinner, potluck, or church gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 224
Ingredients Method Video Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large cabbage about ⅔ used, chopped
  • 1 large onion sliced into big pieces
  • ½ stick ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • For the creamy sauce:
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 sleeve round buttery crackers like Ritz, crushed
  • 1 stick ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup grated cheese cheddar recommended

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) to get it ready for baking your casserole until it’s bubbly and golden.
  2. Chop the cabbage by cutting about two-thirds of a large head into bite-sized pieces, then spread them evenly in a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
  3. Layer the onions by slicing a large onion into thick, hearty pieces and arranging them evenly on top of the cabbage to add sweet flavor as it bakes.
  4. Add melted butter by pouring ½ stick of melted butter over the cabbage and onions, ensuring every piece is coated. Season generously with salt and pepper.
  5. Mix the sauce by combining 1 can of cream of chicken soup with 1 cup of mayonnaise in a bowl, stirring until smooth and creamy.
  6. Spread the sauce evenly over the cabbage and onions, covering every corner to ensure rich, moist flavor throughout.
  7. Make the topping by crushing a sleeve of buttery crackers, then mixing with 1 cup of grated cheese and 1 stick of melted butter until crumbly.
  8. Top and bake by sprinkling the cracker-cheese mixture over the casserole, then bake uncovered for 45 minutes until golden and bubbly.

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Notes

Leftover cabbage casserole can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave or warm in a 300°F oven for 10-15 minutes until heated through.