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Whole Roasted Cabbage with Herb-Infused Gravy Recipe

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This Whole Roasted Cabbage recipe features a beautifully roasted head of cabbage nestled on a bed of aromatic vegetables and herbs. It is brushed with a flavorful mixture of butter, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, and Worcestershire sauce then roasted until tender and slightly charred. Served with a rich mushroom herb gravy, this comforting and hearty dish is perfect as a vegetarian main or side.

Ingredients

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Roasted Cabbage and Vegetables

  • 1 (2 lb.) head cabbage
  • 3 tbsp. melted butter or extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tbsp. Dijon mustard
  • 2 tsp. maple syrup
  • 1 tsp. vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (optional)
  • 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 stalks celery, cut into quarters
  • 2 medium carrots, peeled and cut into thirds
  • 1 small yellow onion, quartered
  • 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tbsp. freshly chopped sage
  • 1 tbsp. freshly chopped rosemary
  • 1 tbsp. freshly chopped thyme
  • 3/4 cup low-sodium vegetable broth, divided
  • 1 tbsp. freshly chopped parsley, for garnish

Mushroom Herb Gravy

  • 4 tbsp. butter or margarine
  • 1/2 onion, finely chopped
  • 4 oz. cremini mushrooms, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp. freshly chopped sage
  • 1 tsp. freshly chopped rosemary
  • 1 tsp. freshly chopped thyme
  • 3 tbsp. all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 1 tbsp. vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Cabbage: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Cut the stem off the cabbage so that it can sit flat in the skillet.
  2. Make Butter Mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, and garlic powder. Season generously with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  3. Prepare Vegetables: In a large bowl, combine celery, carrots, and quartered onion with olive oil and chopped fresh herbs (sage, rosemary, thyme). Season with salt and pepper and toss well to coat.
  4. Layer Vegetables and Cabbage: Place the vegetable mixture in a large oven-safe skillet. Nestle the cabbage head in the center on top of the vegetables. Brush the cabbage all over with half of the butter mixture. Pour 1/4 cup of vegetable broth into the bottom of the skillet and cover the cabbage with aluminum foil.
  5. First Stage Baking: Bake covered for 45 minutes to start softening the cabbage and infusing flavors.
  6. Second Stage Baking: Remove the foil. Brush the cabbage with the remaining butter mixture, add the remaining 1/2 cup vegetable broth to the skillet, and bake uncovered for an additional 45 minutes until the cabbage is tender and slightly charred. Pierce with a paring knife to check doneness.
  7. Make Mushroom Herb Gravy: While cabbage bakes, melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add finely chopped onion and cook, stirring until softened, about 6 minutes. Add chopped cremini mushrooms and fresh herbs, season with salt and pepper, and cook until mushrooms are soft and golden, about 4 minutes. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute. Whisk in 3 cups vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until thickened, about 5 minutes. Stir in Worcestershire sauce if using, and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  8. Serve: Slice the roasted cabbage into large wedges, removing the tough inner stem. Serve warm, drizzled with the mushroom herb gravy and garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

  • Vegetarian Worcestershire sauce is optional but adds a deeper umami flavor.
  • Adjust seasoning in the gravy and butter mixture according to taste preference.
  • For a vegan version, substitute butter and margarine with plant-based alternatives.
  • Make sure to check the cabbage tenderness by piercing with a knife after baking.
  • This dish pairs excellently with grains, roasted potatoes, or crusty bread.

Keywords: roasted cabbage, vegetarian dinner, mushroom gravy, fall vegetables, healthy roasted vegetables, whole roasted cabbage

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