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    Home » Type » Side Dishes

    Creamed Cabbage Recipe

    Published: Feb 5, 2014 · Modified: Sep 9, 2020 by Faith · This post may contain affiliate links · 11 Comments

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    This easy Creamed Cabbage Recipe is full of savory flavor and it makes a delicious side dish for just about any main course!

    Creamed Cabbage 3

    Right before New Year’s, I shared a post with photos of a few recipes that I made but never blogged for various reasons.

    In that post was a picture of Creamed Cabbage! The picture itself was not my favorite, but the dish was fantastic.

    It’s one of those things you can eat every day for a week, and when it’s gone, still wish you had made a bigger batch.

    I don’t blame you for bombarding me via email for the recipe.

    Creamed Cabbage 1

    I made it again and re-shot the pictures (I’m telling you, the last set really didn’t do the recipe justice).

    And then I made it again so I could test out a grain-free version (which, I am thrilled to say, turned out delicious).

    If you haven’t tried Creamed Cabbage, you are definitely in for a treat with this recipe. It’s a great way to sneak healthy cabbage into rich-tasting comfort food!

    Easy Creamed Cabbage Recipe with Description

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    • Easy Creamed Cabbage Recipe
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    • Creamed Cabbage Recipe

    Easy Creamed Cabbage Recipe

    This dish is creamy and comforting, but is also fairly light with no cream. Instead, a touch of butter adds richness and a little bit of flour is used to thicken milk.

    The bulk of the dish is cabbage, which makes it hearty and healthy. Onion, garlic, and turkey bacon add depth of flavor.

    Onion and Garlic on White Table

    Sometimes I’ll add a can of rinsed and drained white beans because they go so well with cabbage. If you do so, this recipe will serve 8 as a side dish or 4 as a main course.

    Also, browned sausage is a nice switch-up for bacon.

    It’s a pretty versatile dish!

    Keto Creamed Cabbage Recipe

    The low carb and keto friendly version of Creamed Cabbage is very easy to make!

    For the keto version of this recipe, omit the milk and flour and add 1 cup heavy whipped cream. That's it!

    Creamed Cabbage 2

    More Must-Try Cabbage Recipes:

    • Tilapia Fish Tacos Recipe with Cabbage Slaw
    • Cauliflower Rice Spring Rolls
    • Cabbage Lasagna (Low Carb)
    • Cheesy Scalloped Cabbage Casserole
    • Crispy Roasted Cabbage Steaks
    • Cabbage, Carrot, and Chicken Stir Fry

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    Did you make this recipe? Please rate it and leave a comment below because I love hearing from you! You can also tag @anediblemosaic on social media. To stay up-to-date FOLLOW ME on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. Xoxo, Faith

    Creamed Cabbage Recipe in White Bowl

    Creamed Cabbage Recipe

    By: Faith Gorsky
    This easy Creamed Cabbage Recipe is full of savory flavor and it makes a delicious side dish for just about any main course!
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 25 minutes mins
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 6 servings
    Calories 152 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 2 tablespoons butter
    • 4 slices turkey bacon chopped
    • 1 medium-large onion thinly sliced into half-moons
    • 1 ½ pounds green cabbage sliced into thin shreds (about 1 small head)
    • 1 large clove garlic crushed
    • ¾ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
    • ¼ cup water plus more as needed
    • 2 tablespoons all-purpose-flour
    • 1 ½ cup milk
    • 1 handful fresh parsley leaves for garnish (optional)

    Instructions
     

    • Heat the butter in a large deep-sided skillet over medium heat. Once melted, add the bacon and cook until crispy, about 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the crisped bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain off excess butter.
    • To the same skillet, add the onion, cabbage, garlic, salt, black pepper, and water; cook (covered) until the cabbage is tender, about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add a splash of water if the pan starts to get too dry.
    • Add the flour and cook 1 minute, then add the milk and cook about 2 minutes more, stirring constantly. Turn off the heat and stir in the bacon.
    • Transfer to a serving dish and top with the parsley, if using.

    Faith's Tips

    • Low Carb and Keto Version: Omit the flour and milk. Once the cabbage is tender, add 1 cup heavy whipping cream and cook until steaming (do not boil). Transfer to a serving dish and top with the parsley.
    • Paleo Version: Omit the flour and milk. Once the cabbage is tender, add 1 cup canned light coconut milk (or full-fat for a richer dish) and bring to a simmer. Transfer to a serving dish and top with the parsley.
    • To Make This a Full Meal for 4 People: Add 1 (16 oz/450 g) can rinsed and drained white beans when you add the milk.

    Nutrition

    Nutrition Facts
    Creamed Cabbage Recipe
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 152 Calories from Fat 81
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 9g14%
    Saturated Fat 4g25%
    Cholesterol 25mg8%
    Sodium 585mg25%
    Potassium 337mg10%
    Carbohydrates 14g5%
    Fiber 3g13%
    Sugar 8g9%
    Protein 7g14%
    Vitamin A 327IU7%
    Vitamin C 43mg52%
    Calcium 119mg12%
    Iron 1mg6%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
    Keyword Creamed Cabbage, Creamed Cabbage Recipe
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    This post was first published on An Edible Mosaic on February 5, 2014. I updated it with more information on September 9, 2020.

    Disclosure: This post contains Amazon affiliate links to products I believe in, which means that even though it doesn’t cost you anything extra, I will receive a small amount of money from the sale of these items. Thank you for helping to support An Edible Mosaic!

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    1. Cindy says

      June 06, 2023 at 10:10 am

      5 stars
      Loved this recipe,and so did my husband.

      My husband said this is the best cabbage he ever had.

      Thanks for sharing you recipe.

      Cindy K

      Reply
    2. Johnathan says

      August 01, 2020 at 1:28 am

      5 stars
      Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
    3. Shannon says

      February 09, 2014 at 7:20 pm

      Had this for dinner tonight- it was delicious! Used regular bacon and coconut milk instead of flour/milk to make it grain-free.

      Reply
    4. kellie@foodtoglow says

      February 07, 2014 at 5:16 am

      We love cabbage and this really sounds terrific. I didn't see the first piccies but these ones look lovely. I am a real fan of raw cabbage salads, cabbage soup (my one with freekeh and preserved lemon is a fave) but rarely do cooked cabbage except plain-ish, or red cabbage at Christmas. Tempted. Tempted.

      Reply
    5. Nicole ~ Cooking for Keeps says

      February 06, 2014 at 1:39 pm

      Cabbage is one of my favorite vegetables, and so underused! I could probably eat this whole batch and be totally and utterly satisfied.

      Reply
    6. Katie says

      February 06, 2014 at 6:54 am

      I have a head of cabbage from the CSA share this week that is just staring at me from the table. I am not a cabbage fan and just can't bring myself to do something with it - it is so big, colorless, and intimidating. I took the plunge with the two smaller purple cabbages last night and made a surprisingly good slaw with carrots - just winged it! But the big cabbage, I don't know. I think the chickens don't even like it...

      Reply
    7. [email protected] says

      February 06, 2014 at 2:26 am

      Delicious dish and eye-catching photos.

      Reply
    8. Happy Valley Chow says

      February 05, 2014 at 3:58 pm

      I absolutely LOVE cabbage and this recipe definitely sounds like a winner. Great job :)

      Happy Blogging!

      Reply
    9. Dixya @ Food, Pleasure, and Health says

      February 05, 2014 at 11:55 am

      i like cabbage but run out of ideas to make them. I will def be thinking of this recipe next time.

      Reply
    10. Rosa says

      February 05, 2014 at 6:09 am

      Scrumptious! Cabbage is one of my favorite vegetables.

      Cheers,

      Rosa

      Reply
    11. Erica says

      February 05, 2014 at 4:41 am

      yayyy! So glad you made it again. Cabbage is something I love....but the husband is just not sold on yet. Make the turkey bacon would win him over?!

      Reply

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