Roasted Cacio e Pepe Cabbage

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These perfectly roasted cabbage wedges draw inspiration from cacio e pepe, an Italian pasta dish that translates to “cheese and pepper.” Blooming the black pepper in butter and oil before brushing it on the cabbage deepens the flavor and ensures a peppery kick in every bite. Be sure to heat the baking sheet while the oven preheats—it helps jump-start the browning of the cabbage. Serve alongside seared chicken thighs or grilled steak.

Active Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
55 mins
Servings:
8
the ingredients to make the Cacio e Pepe Cabbage Wedges

Photographer: Hannah Hufham, Prop Stylist: Tucker Vines, Food Stylist: Amanda Stanfield

Ingredients

  • 1 small head green cabbage (about 2 pounds)

  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter

  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

  • 1 3/4 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper, divided

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided

  • 2/3 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese

  • 2/3 cup finely grated Pecorino Romano cheese

Directions

  1. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with foil and place in oven; preheat to 400°F.

  2. Meanwhile, melt butter in a small skillet over medium-high heat until foamy, about 2 minutes. Stir in oil, 1 1/4 teaspoons pepper and 1/4 teaspoon salt; cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Remove from heat.

    a photo with the pot of melted oil beside the cabbage wedges on the lined baking sheet

    Photographer: Hannah Hufham, Prop Stylist: Tucker Vines, Food Stylist: Amanda Stanfield

  3. Discard any wilted or damaged leaves from cabbage. Cut the cabbage head into 8 (1 1/2-inch) wedges, leaving the root end intact to help the wedges stay together. Remove baking sheet from oven; arrange the wedges on the hot baking sheet, cut-side down. Evenly brush both sides of the cabbage with the butter mixture.

    a photo of the oil mixture being brushed onto the cabbage wedges

    Photographer: Hannah Hufham, Prop Stylist: Tucker Vines, Food Stylist: Amanda Stanfield

  4. Roast until tender and deeply browned in spots, flipping halfway through, 40 to 45 minutes. Transfer to a large platter and sprinkle with the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt. Sprinkle all over with Parmesan, Pecorino and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon pepper.

    a recipe photo of the Cacio e Pepe Cabbage Wedges

    Photographer: Hannah Hufham, Prop Stylist: Tucker Vines, Food Stylist: Amanda Stanfield

EatingWell.com, February 2024

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

164 Calories
12g Fat
10g Carbs
7g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Serving Size 1 wedge
Calories 164
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 10g 4%
Dietary Fiber 3g 11%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 7g 13%
Total Fat 12g 15%
Saturated Fat 6g 31%
Cholesterol 29mg 10%
Vitamin A 83µg
Vitamin C 59mg 66%
Vitamin D 0µg
Vitamin E 1mg 5%
Folate 49µg
Vitamin K 174µg
Sodium 393mg 17%
Calcium 222mg 17%
Iron 0mg 2%
Magnesium 30mg 7%
Potassium 338mg 7%
Zinc 1mg 8%
Vitamin B12 0µg
Omega 3 0g

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

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