Grandma Neva’s Cheesy Cabbage Casserole

Ingredients

• 1 medium head green cabbage, chopped

• 1 medium onion, diced

• 2 tbsp butter

• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup

• 1 cup sour cream

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp onion powder

• ½ tsp smoked paprika (optional)

• Salt & black pepper to taste

• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided

• 1 cup crushed Ritz crackers or buttery breadcrumbs

• 2 tbsp melted butter (for topping)

Instructions

1. Prep the cabbage:
   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add chopped cabbage and cook 5–7 minutes until tender. Drain well.

2. Sauté onions:
   In a skillet, melt 2 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until soft and lightly golden.

3. Mix the creamy filling:
   In a large bowl, combine cream of chicken soup, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
   Stir in sautéed onions and 1½ cups cheddar cheese.

4. Combine:
   Add the drained cabbage and mix until everything is coated in the creamy cheesy mixture.

5. Assemble:
   Spread into a greased 9×13 baking dish.
   Top with remaining ½ cup cheddar cheese.

6. Add topping:
   Mix crushed Ritz crackers with melted butter and sprinkle evenly over the casserole.

7. Bake:
   Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 35–40 minutes, until bubbly and golden brown on top.