Russian Food Recipeub November 4, 2026 0 Comments

Why These 15 Cabbage Recipes Come Out Every November in Our House

November is when cabbage starts earning its place in my kitchen again.

Growing up around Eastern European cooking, I never thought of cabbage as a boring vegetable that needed convincing. It could become a hearty soup, a generous stuffed dish, a comforting bake, or something simple enough to put alongside dinner without much fuss.

I still reach for it when the weather gets colder, partly because it keeps so well and partly because there are so many ways to make it feel like a completely different meal.

These 15 cabbage recipes come back around every November in our house, and I wouldn’t want the season without them.

A bowl of cabbage roll soup with ground meat, tomatoes, and herbs, garnished with fresh parsley. — Slow Cooker Cabbage Roll Soup. Photo credit: Trop Rockin.

Cheesy Cabbage Casserole

I tested this scratch-built bake last fall by hiding tender cabbage under a thick layer of sharp cheddar sauce and crushed crackers. The cracker topping bakes up golden and crunchy in the oven, making everyone forget they are eating a pan full of wholesome greens.
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Delicious Roasted Cabbage Steaks

Close-up of roasted cabbage steaks topped with chopped herbs on parchment paper. — Delicious Roasted Cabbage Steaks. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

Lin and Leo were pretty skeptical about eating big slabs of cabbage until they smelled these roasting in the oven. High heat caramelizes the outer edges of thick cabbage slices while keeping the insides sweet and soft for a budget-friendly side dish.
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Haluski & Fried Cabbage and Noodles

A wooden spoon holding noodles with cabbage and pieces of bacon over a pan of the same noodle dish. — Haluski & Fried Cabbage and Noodles. Photo credit: The Kitchen Magpie.

Growing up in Eastern Europe, this buttered noodle-and-cabbage skillet was our go-to comfort food when the chilly winds hit. Shredded cabbage fries in plenty of butter, then toss with soft egg noodles for a warm bowl that brings back so many childhood memories.
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Cabbage and Sausage Alfredo

My kids love a big bowl of pasta on chilly nights, so swapping heavy noodles for cabbage ribbons was a total win for our grocery budget. Smoked sausage and cabbage toss in a rich garlic cream sauce in a single skillet for a thirty-minute dinner everyone gobbles down.
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Pork Cabbage Skillet

A fork lifts a bite of ground meat and cooked cabbage from a white bowl. — Pork Cabbage Skillet. Photo credit: Stetted.

Tired weeknights in late fall call for quick, one-pan suppers that use cheap ingredients from the crisper drawer. Ground pork cooks with sliced cabbage, onions, and simple spices for a fast, savory skillet meal that leaves almost no dishes.
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Sauteed Cabbage With Peppers

A plate with mashed potatoes and meat on it. — Sauteed Cabbage With Peppers. Photo credit: At the Immigrant’s Table.

That grey November drizzle outside always makes me want to bring bright colors right to our dinner table. Sweet bell pepper strips and sliced green cabbage caramelize together in a hot skillet for a fast, sweet side dish that pairs with any main meal.
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Slow Cooker Cabbage Roll Soup

A bowl of stuffed cabbage roll soup with ground meat, cabbage, and tomato sauce, garnished with chopped parsley, sits on a woven placemat next to a wooden spoon. — Slow Cooker Cabbage Roll Soup. Photo credit: Trop Rockin.

November weather always signals the start of soup season in our house, and this slow cooker pot is the first one I make. Ground beef, rice, and chopped cabbage simmer in rich tomato broth for cozy stuffed-cabbage flavor without rolling a single leaf.
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Gochujang Tahini Cabbage Soup

Bowl of creamy soup topped with herbs, seeds, and spices, with fresh dill and green onions on the side. — Gochujang Tahini Cabbage Soup. Photo credit: At the Immigrant’s Table.

My pantry experiments led to this spicy November favorite when I wanted a warm, creamy bowl with a bit of a kick. Whisking Korean pepper paste and sesame tahini into the broth lets the tender cabbage leaves soak up all that rich, nutty flavor.
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Cabbage Rolls Casserole

Stuffed cabbage rolls filled with rice and meat in tomato sauce inside a white baking dish. — Cabbage Rolls Casserole. Photo credit: At the Immigrant’s Table.

Rolling individual cabbage leaves takes way too long on hectic November evenings, which is why this bake is a permanent keeper in my kitchen. Layering ground beef, rice, and tomato sauce with chopped cabbage in a baking dish gives you that classic comfort with half the work.
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Buttered Cabbage

Shredded sautéed cabbage with herbs and a pat of butter on top, served on a gray plate. — Buttered Cabbage. Photo credit: At the Immigrant’s Table.

My mom proved to me years ago that simple ingredients make the best holiday side dishes when money is tight. Toss thin cabbage ribbons in a hot pan with a good slab of butter and salt until they soften into a sweet, tender dish my kids actually love.
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Fried Cabbage and Sausage

A single ring of smoked sausage from the butcher is my secret for getting my whole family to eat cabbage without complaining. Sliced sausage browns in a hot pan and releases savory juices that soak right into the sweet cabbage ribbons as they soften.
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Cabbage Soup with Hamburger (Easy One-Pot Dinner)

A bowl of cabbage soup with ground meat, potatoes, carrots, fresh herbs, and crackers on the side. — Cabbage Soup with Hamburger (Easy One-Pot Dinner). Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Cold November nights always call for a big, steaming pot of beef and vegetable soup to warm everyone up after school. Ground beef, diced potatoes, carrots, and cabbage simmer in a rich tomato broth for a cheap meal that freezes exceptionally well.
Get the Recipe: Cabbage Soup with Hamburger (Easy One-Pot Dinner)

Ground Beef and Cabbage Skillet

Bowl of stir-fried vegetables and ground meat, topped with sesame seeds, with chopsticks on the side. — Ground Beef and Cabbage Skillet. Photo credit: Running To The Kitchen.

A quick thirty-minute stir-fry is my favorite way to stretch a single pound of ground beef when our evening schedule gets wild. Sliced green cabbage, ground beef, and warm spices cook down in a light savory sauce that brings heaps of texture to your plate.
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Air Fryer Goat Cheese Cabbage

A stack of crepes topped with crumbled feta cheese and drizzled with balsamic glaze, served on a white plate. — Air Fryer Goat Cheese Cabbage. Photo credit: Thermocookery.

This air fryer trick completely changed how my family eats greens during busy fall weeknights. The machine browns the outer edges of thick cabbage wedges before you top them with tangy goat cheese and a drizzle of sweet balsamic glaze.
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Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls

A Dutch oven filled with ground meat, rice, and cabbage skillet meal. — Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

My grandmother used to spend hours making traditional rolls, but this quick pan version delivers that exact same nostalgic taste in twenty minutes. Ground meat, tender cabbage, and rice simmer together in a tangy tomato sauce for an easy weeknight supper.
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If cabbage is already part of your fall and winter cooking, I’d love to know which recipe your family asks for most.