Cheesy Stuffed Cabbage Bomb
📝 Description
This cheesy stuffed cabbage bomb is packed with juicy seasoned meat, melty cheese, and wrapped in crispy bacon for the ultimate comfort food dinner. It’s hearty, flavorful, and perfect for family meals or special occasions.
🍽️ Servings
6 servings
⏱️ Time
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
🧾 Ingredients
For the Cabbage
- 1 large green cabbage
For the Filling
- 1½ lbs ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 egg
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Cheese Center
- 6–8 thick sticks mozzarella or cheddar cheese
Bacon Wrap
- 12–15 bacon strips
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Cabbage
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Carefully place the cabbage into the water for 5–7 minutes to soften the outer leaves.
Remove and let cool slightly.
Cut out the center core carefully, creating a hollow cavity while keeping the cabbage intact.
2️⃣ Make the Meat Filling
In a large bowl combine:
- Ground beef
- Onion
- Garlic
- Egg
- Breadcrumbs
- Salt
- Pepper
- Paprika
- Italian seasoning
Mix until fully combined.
3️⃣ Stuff the Cabbage
Press half the meat mixture inside the hollow cabbage.
Place cheese sticks in the center.
Cover with remaining meat mixture and shape evenly.
4️⃣ Wrap with Bacon
Wrap the entire cabbage tightly with bacon strips, slightly overlapping.
Secure with toothpicks if needed.
5️⃣ Bake
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Place cabbage in a baking dish lined with foil.
Bake for 50–60 minutes until:
- Bacon is crispy
- Meat is fully cooked
- Cheese is melted inside
For extra crispy bacon, broil for 3–5 minutes at the end.
🍽️ Serving Ideas
Serve with:
- Mashed potatoes
- Garlic sauce
- Roasted vegetables
- Fresh herbs
💡 Tips
- Use savoy cabbage for softer leaves
- Add chili flakes for spice
- Swap beef for turkey or chicken
- Let rest 10 minutes before slicing