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Chou Farci Gratin

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Chou Farci Gratin

  1. Ground Beef Dishes

Prep: 30 min • Cook: 45 min. This hearty Chou Farci Gratin is a savory French-inspired casserole featuring tender shredded cabbage layered with a rich filling of seasoned ground beef and rice, all simmered in a robust tomato sauce. Baked until bubbly and topped with golden Gruyere cheese and crispy breadcrumbs, it's a comforting and satisfying meal perfect for a family dinner.

Preparation time
30 min
Cooking time
45 min
Total time
1 hr 15 min
Servings
6
Course
Main
Complexity
Medium
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Ingredients

  • 1 pc cabbage(large head, about 2.5 lbs, cored and shredded)
  • 1lb ground beef(lean)
  • 1/2 cup rice(uncooked, short-grain)
  • 15oz tomato sauce(can)
  • 1 cup gruyere cheese(shredded)
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs(panko or plain)
  • 1 pc onion(medium, chopped)
  • 2 pcs garlic(cloves, minced)
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley(chopped, for garnish)

Instructions

Preparation

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the shredded cabbage and blanch for 3-4 minutes until slightly tender. Drain well and set aside.

Cooking the Filling

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Add ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain any excess fat.
  4. Stir in uncooked rice, tomato sauce, beef broth, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat, cover, and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until rice is partially cooked (it will finish cooking in the oven).

Assembly and Baking

  1. Spread half of the blanched cabbage evenly in the prepared baking dish.
  2. Spoon the meat and rice filling over the cabbage layer.
  3. Top with the remaining cabbage. Sprinkle generously with shredded Gruyere cheese and breadcrumbs.
  4. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the topping is golden brown and crispy.
  5. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Servings
6
Serving size (imperial)
10.6 oz
NutrientPer servingPer 100 gTotal (6 servings)
Calories550 kcal183.3 kcal3,300 kcal
Protein32 g10.7 g192 g
Fat28 g9.3 g168 g
Carbs45 g15 g270 g

Tips

  • For faster cooking, you can use pre-shredded cabbage or quickly steam it instead of blanching.
  • If the top browns too quickly, cover loosely with foil for the last 10-15 minutes of baking.
  • Serve hot as a complete meal, or alongside a fresh green salad for a lighter touch.

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