Runza Casserole
Dive into comfort food bliss with this irresistible Runza Casserole recipe, a delightful twist on the classic Midwestern favorite. This hearty dish layers seasoned ground beef, sautéed onions, tender shredded cabbage, and a hint of garlic, all swirled together with a touch of Worcestershire sauce for a savory punch. Nestled between flaky crescent roll dough and topped with gooey melted cheddar cheese, this casserole is the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Perfect for busy weeknight dinners or cozy family gatherings, it’s ready in just 45 minutes and serves up six portions of pure comfort. Optional buttery topping adds a golden, flavorful finish that’s impossible to resist. Satisfy your cravings with this easy and delicious Runza Casserole—a one-pan wonder that packs Midwestern charm into every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
- 4 cups Green cabbage, shredded
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 8-ounce cans Crescent roll dough sheets
- 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons Butter, melted (optional, for brushing)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Drain any excess fat.
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the ground beef. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
Stir in the shredded cabbage, salt, black pepper, and Worcestershire sauce. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is softened. Remove from heat and set aside.
Unroll one can of crescent roll dough and press it into the bottom of the prepared baking dish, stretching it to cover the entire base evenly.
Spread the beef and cabbage mixture evenly over the dough layer.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the filling.
Unroll the second can of crescent roll dough and place it on top of the cheese layer, stretching it gently to cover the filling completely.
Optional: Brush the top layer of dough with melted butter to enhance flavor and help achieve a golden-brown finish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top layer of dough is golden brown and cooked through.
Allow the casserole to cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2423 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 187.9 g | 241% | |
| Saturated Fat | 99.8 g | 499% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 626 mg | 209% | |
| Sodium | 4712 mg | 205% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.7 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.7 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.2 g | ||
| Protein | 141.0 g | 282% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1837 mg | 141% | |
| Iron | 11.2 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 1899 mg | 40% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
