Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 4 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped Cook until crispy for best flavor.
- 1 small head green cabbage (about 1½ lbs / 700g), finely shredded
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups full-fat cottage cheese
- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup heavy cream or sour cream
- 1 tsp caraway seeds (optional) Traditional but recommended.
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 pinch nutmeg or ½ tsp mustard powder (optional) For depth.
- Extra cooked bacon crumbles For topping.
- Fresh chives or parsley For garnish.
Method
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13” baking dish or a deep oven-safe skillet.
- In a large skillet, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside. Reserve 1 tablespoon of the drippings.
- In the same skillet, heat the reserved drippings. Add the cabbage and onion; cook for 8–10 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the garlic and caraway seeds, cooking for an additional minute. Allow the mixture to cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the cottage cheese, eggs, heavy cream, salt, pepper, and any optional spices until smooth.
- Fold the cooked cabbage mixture and most of the bacon into the batter (be sure to reserve some for topping).
Baking
- Pour the mixture into the prepared dish, topping with the reserved bacon.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, until golden and the center is set (a toothpick should come out clean).
- Allow resting for 10 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 28gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 14gSodium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g
Notes
Ensure the bacon is cooked until crispy for the best flavor and texture. Don’t skip the resting time after baking, as it helps the dish set up nicely. Experiment with different herbs and spices to customize the flavor.
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