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Runza-Style Beef and Cabbage Bake

Runza-Style Beef and Cabbage Bake layers a tender homemade crust with savory ground beef, sweet onions, and softly wilted cabbage, finished with a creamy melt of cheese. Each bite is hearty yet comforting, capturing the flavors of classic runzas in casserole form. It’s perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a nostalgic weekend meal.

  • Prep30 mins
  • Cook35 mins
  • Serves2
  • DifficultyMedium
Runza-Style Beef and Cabbage Bake

easyChef Pro health score

Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Runza-Style Beef and Cabbage Bake, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.

57 Health Score
Glycemic ImpactFair
54 / 100
Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
Nutritional DensityPoor
37 / 100
Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
Energy DensityGood
89 / 100
Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
2 / 4
Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.

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30
Heart Health
62
Metabolic
57
Digestive
29
Inflammatory
45
Performance
58
General Wellness
  1. 1

    Make the crust: In a large bowl, combine the flour, butter, sugar, yeast, and salt. Add the warm water and stir until a soft ball forms. Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead until elastic, 3 to 4 minutes. Place in a bowl, cover with a towel, and let rise in a warm, dry spot for about 1 hour.

  2. 2

    Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

  3. 3

    Make the filling: Heat a large skillet over medium-high. Cook and stir the beef and the onion until the beef is browned and crumbly, 5 to 10 minutes; drain and discard the grease. Add the cabbage; cook and stir until it is steamed and wilted, about 10 minutes. Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

  4. 4

    Split the dough in half. Roll each portion to fit an 8-inch square baking dish. Press one crust into the bottom and up the sides of the dish. Spoon the beef mixture into the crust and top with the cheese slices. Place the second crust over the cheese layer; pinch the edges of both crusts together to seal.

  5. 5

    Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned, about 20 minutes. Cover the casserole with aluminum foil and continue baking until the filling is hot, about 10 more minutes. Let stand for about 5 minutes before cutting.

About This Recipe

Runza Style Beef and Cabbage Bake is made with 12 ingredients and serves 2. It takes about 1 hr 5 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Active Dry Yeast, All Purpose Flour, Garlic Powder, and Green Cabbage. Each serving provides about 1461.35 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Runza-Style Beef and Cabbage Bake made of?
The main ingredients are Active Dry Yeast, All-Purpose Flour, Garlic Powder, Green Cabbage, Ground Beef. The full list of 12 is above.
How long does it take to make Runza-Style Beef and Cabbage Bake?
About 1 hr 5 mins in total: 30 mins to prepare and 35 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 1461.35 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Runza-Style Beef and Cabbage Bake easy to make?
This recipe is rated medium, with 12 ingredients and 5 steps.
Is Runza-Style Beef and Cabbage Bake healthy?
Runza-Style Beef and Cabbage Bake has an easyChef Pro health score of 57/100. Per serving, it provides 1461.35 calories and 62.29 g of protein, or 125% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, calcium, iron, potassium, vitamin A and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 913.29 mg (40% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 39.19 g (196% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Wheat, Gluten and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.

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