Roasted Garlic Parmesan Cabbage Wedges (Printable)

Caramelized cabbage wedges with garlic oil and parmesan - a crispy, savory side dish ready in 45 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 medium green cabbage (about 2 pounds), cut into 8 wedges with core intact

→ Garlic Oil

02 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 4 garlic cloves, finely minced

→ Cheese & Seasonings

04 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
05 - 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs or oregano
06 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, optional
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
02 - Arrange the cabbage wedges in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly.
03 - In a small bowl, mix the olive oil and minced garlic together.
04 - Brush the garlic oil generously over the cut sides of each cabbage wedge.
05 - In another bowl, combine Parmesan cheese, Italian herbs, smoked paprika if using, salt, and pepper.
06 - Sprinkle the cheese and seasoning mixture evenly over the cabbage wedges.
07 - Roast in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, turning the wedges halfway through, until the edges are golden and crispy and the centers are tender.
08 - Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs if desired.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It turns humble cabbage into something you'll fight over at the dinner table.
  • The edges get crispy and caramelized while the inside stays sweet and tender.
  • You only need one pan and about ten minutes of actual work.
  • It pairs with almost anything, from steak to grain bowls to roasted chicken.
02 -
  • Keep the core attached when you cut the wedges or they'll fall apart in the oven.
  • Don't skip the flip halfway through, it ensures even browning and prevents one side from burning.
  • If your oven runs hot, check them at 25 minutes to avoid over-crisping the edges.
03 -
  • Brush the garlic oil on while the cabbage is still raw so it soaks in and flavors every layer.
  • Use freshly grated Parmesan instead of the pre-shredded kind for better melting and crispier edges.
  • If you want extra caramelization, broil the wedges for the last two minutes, but watch them closely so they don't burn.
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