Are you ready to transform a humble head of cabbage into a mouthwatering side dish that will have everyone asking for seconds? Our Crock Pot Buttered Cabbage is the ultimate set-it-and-forget-it recipe that turns simple ingredients into a creamy, tender, and irresistibly delicious accompaniment to any meal. With just minutes of prep time and the magic of slow cooking, you'll create a dish so rich and flavorful, it'll become an instant family favorite that proves cabbage can be anything but boring!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 6 hrs
Total Time: 6 hrs 10 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 head of cabbage, chopped
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 onion, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the cabbage by removing the outer leaves and core. Chop the cabbage into roughly 1-inch sized pieces, ensuring relatively uniform size for even cooking.
- Peel and dice the onion into small, uniform pieces to distribute flavor evenly throughout the dish.
- Grease the inside of the slow cooker with a small amount of butter to prevent sticking and enhance overall flavor.
- Layer the chopped cabbage into the crock pot, creating an even distribution. Sprinkle the chopped onions over the cabbage.
- Cut the butter into small cubes and distribute evenly across the top of the cabbage and onions. This will help the butter melt and coat all ingredients during cooking.
- Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper, ensuring even coverage across all cabbage pieces.
- Cover the crock pot and set to low heat. Cook for 6 hours, allowing the cabbage to become tender and absorb the rich buttery flavor.
- Occasionally stir the cabbage halfway through cooking to ensure even butter distribution and prevent any potential sticking.
- Once cooking is complete, gently stir the cabbage to redistribute the melted butter and ensure all pieces are well-coated.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed before serving hot as a delicious side dish.
Tips
- Choose a fresh, firm cabbage head for the best texture and flavor. Look for cabbage with crisp, vibrant leaves without any brown spots.
- Cut your cabbage and onions into uniform pieces to ensure even cooking. Roughly 1-inch chunks work best for consistent tenderness.
- Don't skimp on the butter! The key to this recipe's incredible flavor is allowing the butter to slowly melt and coat every piece of cabbage.
- Use low heat for the entire cooking time to prevent burning and achieve that melt-in-your-mouth texture.
- Stir the cabbage halfway through cooking to prevent sticking and ensure even butter distribution.
- For added flavor, consider adding a sprinkle of garlic powder or some crispy bacon bits before serving.
- If you prefer a slightly firmer texture, reduce cooking time to 4-5 hours instead of the full 6 hours.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 120kcal
Carbohydrates: 10g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 25mg
