Roasted Garlic Parmesan Cabbage Wedges (Print Version)

Caramelized cabbage wedges with garlic oil and parmesan cheese, roasted until golden and tender in just 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 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.
04 - Brush the garlic oil generously over the cut sides of each cabbage wedge.
05 - In another bowl, combine Parmesan, Italian herbs, smoked paprika if using, salt, and pepper. Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the cabbage wedges.
06 - 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.
07 - Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan and fresh herbs if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The edges get so crispy and caramelized they taste almost like chips, while the centers stay soft and sweet.
  • It uses one vegetable and a handful of pantry staples, but somehow feels fancy enough for company.
  • Its naturally gluten-free and vegetarian, so almost everyone at the table can enjoy it without a second thought.
  • The roasted garlic soaks into every layer, turning humble cabbage into something you actually crave.
02 -
  • Dont skip the parchment paper or foil, the cheese will stick to a bare pan and make cleanup miserable.
  • If your garlic starts to brown too quickly, tent the pan loosely with foil halfway through roasting.
  • Turn the wedges gently with a spatula, not tongs, so they dont fall apart and lose their shape.
03 -
  • Brush the garlic oil on both the top and bottom of each wedge for maximum flavor in every bite.
  • Let the cabbage sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before roasting so it cooks more evenly.
  • Use a pastry brush to get the oil into all the layers, it makes a noticeable difference in taste and texture.
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