MEAT CABBAGE CASSEROLE (MICROWAVE VERSION)

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Microwave setting: HIGH 100% If you like the onions real soft, start by microwaving them in the butter first. Then add the meat and cook again according to the recipe directions. Onions have a tendency to remain hard if not cooked separately.

Provided by Rev BJ Friley

Categories     Side Casseroles

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb lean ground meat
1 medium onion, chopped
2 Tbsp butter or margarine
1 c carrots, finely shredded
3 c cabbage, finely shredded
1 tsp salt
1 dash(es) black pepper
1 jar(s) (16 oz.) herb-style spaghetti sauce
1 Tbsp worcestershire sauce
1 Tbsp chives, chopped
1/2 c cheddar cheese, grated

Steps:

  • 1. Break up meat into a microsafe baking dish. Microwave for about 3 minutes at HIGH power until meat loses its pink color. Stir and turn meat once.
  • 2. Add onion. Microwave another 3 minutes until onion is soft.
  • 3. Add butter. Stir until melted.
  • 4. Add carrot. Stir well to blend.
  • 5. Microwave for 1 minute at HIGH power until carrots are soft. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • 6. Layer cabbage on top of meat mixture.
  • 7. Mix spaghetti sauce, Worcestershire sauce and chives. Pour over top. Cover.
  • 8. Microwave at HIGH power for 10 minutes. Stir once or twice and press down slightly.
  • 9. Microwave another 3 to 4 minutes.
  • 10. Add cheese on top. Microwave, uncovered until cheese is melted.
  • 11. Serve with a green salad or boiled potatoes for a more substantial meal.

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