19 Ways to Use Up a Head of Cabbage

We’ve all been there. You buy a head of cabbage with the best of intentions, but after making cabbage rolls and coleslaw, there’s still more left in the fridge. These 19 ways to use up a head of cabbage will put it to good use and are so delicious that you may find yourself returning to the store for more. From easy pickles and ferments to cozy meals and side dishes, there’s so many ways to use cabbage. Find your new favorite here.

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Creamed Cabbage

Explore the comforting flavors of traditional creamed cabbage with this delicious recipe, perfect for adding a rich, savory side dish to meals.

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Sauerkraut with Carrots

Transform your cabbage and carrots into a tangy condiment that's perfect for spooning onto sausages, or adding to soups and salads.

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A dish of baked potatoes and cabbage cut into squares.

Recipe and photo credit: The Fast Recipe

Cheesy Cabbage and Potato Bake

This cheesy cabbage and potato bake recipe is easy, tasty, and budget-friendly. Made with simple ingredients, it works as a main or simple side dish. It's perfect for weeknight dinners or served with meats.

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Tangy Cilantro Lime Coleslaw

The combination of crunchy shredded cabbage, tender cilantro leaves, and tangy lime dressing makes this easy cilantro lime coleslaw a summer favorite.

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Recipe and photo credit: Life’s Ambrosia

Quick Pickled Red Cabbage

This pickled red cabbage is crunchy, tangy and a fabulous sandwich or taco topping. Made for refrigeration, it’s quick and easy too!

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A halved grilled cheese sandwich with sauerkraut on a plate.

Sauerkraut Grilled Cheese

Give your grilled cheese sandwich a boost of crunch and tang with the addition of sauerkraut.

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Recipe and photo credit: Little Black Skillet

Southern Chow Chow

If you’ve never had Southern Chowchow then you’re in for a treat! This pickled vegetable relish is the perfect way to use up end of the season vegetables or to save those odds and ends veggies in your fridge before they go bad. The tangy chowchow is perfect for serving on top of hotdogs, to garnish deviled eggs, or to give sides and salads a burst of fresh garden flavor.

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Egg Roll in a Bowl

This easy egg roll in a bowl recipe is a low carb, one pan meal packed with veggies, ground meat, and bold flavor—ready in just 20 minutes!

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A bowl of coleslaw with cabbage, carrots, and pickled radish.

Pickled Radish Slaw

This crunchy, tangy coleslaw is a fresh salad that's perfect for picnics and potlucks, and is also an amazing way to use your pickled radish.

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Recipe and photo credit: The Oregon Dietitian

Colcannon (Mashed Potatoes with Cabbage)

If you’ve never tried Colcannon, you’re in for one heck of a treat. Creamy, buttery mashed potatoes are combined with sautéed cabbage and half-and-half for a wholesome take on traditional Irish comfort food—just as perfect for St. Patrick’s Day as it is for Sunday supper.

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Quick Kimchi

A shortcut to the classic and simple napa cabbage kimchi that is ready in a few hours instead of a few days or longer.

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Cheesy Cabbage Casserole

This cabbage casserole is comfort food at its finest! It’s low carb, uses simple ingredients and is a great way to use up extra cabbage.

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Roasted Cabbage Wedges

Oven roasted cabbage wedges seasoned with garlic, Parmesan, and a touch of red pepper flakes, then roasted until tender with crispy, golden edges. A deliciously easy side that pairs with everything.

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Cabbage Roll Soup

This cabbage roll soup recipe delivers all the classic flavor without all of the work. A hearty and healthy soup the whole family will love.

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Recipe and photo credit: Red Cabbage Sauerkraut

Red Cabbage Sauerkraut (Fermented Red Cabbage)

Homemade red cabbage sauerkraut is a tangy and vibrant addition to any meal, adding a pop of color and flavor.

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Recipe and photo credit: Homemade in the Kitchen

Haluski (Cabbage and Noodles)

Haluski (cabbage and noodles) is buttery egg noodles and cabbage often served during Lent and is the perfect recipe to use leftover cabbage.

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Recipe and photo credit: Belle of the Kitchen

Southern Fried Cabbage with Bacon

Fried cabbage with bacon is an easy, southern comfort food classic. It’s perfect to serve as a side dish or as a main course.

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Recipe and photo credit: Smashing Eats

Caramelized Cabbage with Miso Brown Butter

Caramelized cabbage wedges seared in a skillet, finished with nutty miso brown butter and fresh lemon. A 30-minute skillet side dish with deep savory flavor.

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A Dutch oven filled with strips of pasta and caramelized cabbage.

Recipe and photo credit: Home Cooking Collective

Lemony Mafaldine Pasta with Caramelized Cabbage

This mafaldine pasta recipe features buttery, caramelized cabbage, chili flakes, capers, and lemon. It’s an addictive pantry pasta that’s savory and oh-so comforting. Best of all, it’s easy enough for a last-minute weeknight dinner.

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