✅ Ingredients:
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1 medium green cabbage
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2–3 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
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2 tbsp mustard or any preferred sauce (e.g., garlic mayo, tahini, etc.)
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Grated cheese (e.g., mozzarella, cheddar, or a mix)
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Chopped chili or red pepper (optional, for a spicy kick)
🔪 Instructions:
1. Prepare the Cabbage:
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Slice the cabbage into thick steaks (about 1 to 1.5 inches thick).
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Lay them flat on a greased or lined baking tray.
2. Make the Sauce:
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In a bowl, mix olive oil or melted butter with mustard, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
3. Brush the Cabbage:
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Use a brush to generously coat each cabbage slice with the sauce mixture on both sides.
4. Roast the Cabbage:
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Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Roast for 20–25 minutes, or until the cabbage edges are crispy and the centers are tender.
5. Add Cheese:
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Remove from oven, sprinkle grated cheese over each cabbage steak.
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Add optional chopped chili or red pepper for heat and color.
6. Bake Again:
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Return to oven and bake for an additional 5–7 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
🍽️ Serve:
Enjoy warm as a main dish with a dip, or as a savory side to grilled meat, tofu, or grains!
