Baked Corned Beef and Cabbage Casserole Recipe (2024)

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This recipe combines all the delicious flavors of St. Patrick’s Day into one super easy dish. Making this keto corned beef casserole with cabbage is the perfect way to use up your leftovers!

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Do you like to have a traditional meal on St. Patrick’s Day?

I enjoy keeping with the holidays, so I usually make a festive corned beef and cabbage. But since the dish is easiest to cook in large quantities, I always end up with tons of leftovers.

One year, I got the idea to use up my leftovers by making a low carb casserole. And what do you know… turns out, a corned beef casserole with cabbage is absolutely delicious!

Honestly, I might start skipping the plain beef and cabbage meal and just go straight to this recipe. Using deli corned beef would make the tasty casserole even easier!

Ingredients

I wanted to incorporate a faux colcannon into the casserole to make it nice and hearty. Colcannon is a traditional Irish dish of mashed potatoes and cabbage that is also popular on St. Patrick’s Day.

To replace the traditional starchy potatoes, I simply swapped them for cauliflower.

You’ll blend the cauliflower with a little butter, milk, and seasoning, then add it to a prepared casserole dish. Fold in the cabbage and meat, bake, and serve!

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What could be better than an easy keto cabbage casserole that’s hearty, delicious, and helps you use up your yummy leftovers?

This easy keto corned beef casserole recipe will definitely be a staple for us each March. It’s so good, I’m tempted to make it year round.

Note: You'll find the full list of ingredients with amounts used in the recipe card at the end of this post. It's shown with a green background.

Instructions

Ready to see how easy it is to make this tasty and filling casserole?

Making the faux mashed potatoes

  1. If you’re starting with a fresh head of cauliflower, cut into florets. If you have frozen cauliflower, they’re likely already cut for you.
  2. Steam or boil the cauliflower until softened.
  3. Place the cooked cauliflower in your food processor. Add the butter and pulse until mashed. You can also add in a couple ounces of cream cheese to improve taste and texture.
  4. Add in your low carb milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper, then puree until smooth.
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Completing the casserole

  1. Transfer the cauliflower mash to a large casserole dish.I like to use a 9x13-inch pan.
  2. Fold in the corned beef and cabbage.
  3. Cover with foil and bake at 325°F for about 20 minutes or until heated throughout.

That’s it! You can top with sliced green onion, cheese (irish cheddar, anyone?), or crushed pork rinds before serving.

You could even drizzle on some thousand island dressing for a yummy reuben-inspired flavor!

Tips

For this easy keto casserole dish, I like to use about a half head of cooked cabbage and one pound of cooked meat.

However, these are just approximate amounts. You can use more or less depending on what you have on hand or leftover.

I do recommend sprinkling something on top before serving. Thanks to the cabbage and cauliflower, the color can look a bit bland. The flavors are certainly NOT bland, but I know we eat with our eyes first.

That’s why I like to top mine with sliced green onions. They give it a nice pop of green.

For any leftover corned beef casserole, simply store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will stay fresh for several days and is great reheated!

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Why you'll love it

If you find yourself in the mood for a tasty and hearty casserole, you don’t have to wait until March 17th! This casserole dish is delicious all year round.

And at 3.2 net carbs per serving, it’s perfect for when you need an easy low carb meal.

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Casseroles are a great way to feed the whole family or meal-prep for yourself for the week. Check out a few of these simple low carb recipes:

  • Keto Cheeseburger Casserole with Bacon is an easy ground beef dish that’s perfect for sharing with family and friends on a busy weeknight.
  • Stuffed Pepper Casserole has the flavorful ingredients of the classic comfort food combined in a baking dish.
  • Low Carb Keto Eggplant Parmesan Casserole with gluten-free breading is a delicious, cozy dish that’s loaded with cheese and authentic Italian flavor!
  • Loaded Cauliflower Casserole is a cinch to make anytime you need a simple and tasty side dish for your main course.
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Recipe

Keto Corned Beef and Cabbage Casserole

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Got leftover corned beef and cabbage from St. Patrick's Day? Use the leftovers to make a delicious low carb corned beef and cabbage colcannon!

Prep Time:10 minutes mins

Cook Time:20 minutes mins

Total Time:30 minutes mins

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

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Servings: 8

Calories: 128

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Ingredients

  • 1 head cauliflower
  • ½ cup butter
  • 1 cup low carb milk I used coconut milk in carton
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground pepper
  • ½ head cabbage cooked and chopped
  • 1 pound leftover corned beef cut into pieces and warmed
  • 4 green onions

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Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 325°F.

  • Cut cauliflower into florets and steam or boil until softened.

  • Place cauliflower into food processor with butter and pulse until mashed.

  • Add milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to cauliflower and puree until smooth.

  • Transfer to 9x13-inch baking pan. Fold in corned beef and cabbage.

  • Cover with foil and bake at 325°F about 20 minutes or until heated throughout.

  • Sprinkle with sliced green onion tops to serve.

Notes

3.2g net carbs per serving

Low Carb Sweeteners | Keto Sweetener Conversion Chart

Nutrition

Serving: 188g | Calories: 128 | Carbohydrates: 5.6g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 3.8g | Cholesterol: 35mg | Sodium: 683mg | Fiber: 2.4g | Sugar: 2.5g

Additional Info

Net Carbs: 3.2g | % Carbs: 10.6% | % Protein: 29.8% | % Fat: 59.6% | SmartPoints: 4

Notes on Nutritional Information

Nutritional information for the recipe is provided as a courtesy and is approximate only. We cannot guarantee the accuracy of the nutritional information given for any recipe on this site. Erythritol carbs are not included in carb counts as it has been shown not to impact blood sugar. Net carbs are the total carbs minus fiber.

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First published on March 4, 2016. Last updated on February 25, 2022, with new images and additional recipe information.

Baked Corned Beef and Cabbage Casserole Recipe (2024)

FAQs

Should you cover corned beef when baking? ›

Bake, unwrapped, for 2 hours. After 2 hours, wrap the brisket tightly and tenting the foil but sealing it for the remainder of the time, an additional 2 hours. Feel free to check and make sure there is moisture in the foil, re-wrap and continue baking.

Is corned beef better simmered or baked? ›

The USDA recommends simmering corned beef on the stovetop for 1 hour per pound of meat. If you're cooking yours in the oven, plan for 3 to 3 1/2 hours for a 2 1/2- to 3-pound cut.

What not to do when cooking corned beef? ›

5 Mistakes to Avoid When Making Corned Beef
  1. Not Rinsing the Meat Before Cooking. ...
  2. Cooking Over a High Temperature. ...
  3. Not Filling the Pot with Enough Water. ...
  4. Not Cooking the Meat Long Enough. ...
  5. Cutting the Meat Incorrectly.
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What cooking method is best for corned beef? ›

Boiling is the most common method, but you can also slow cook, bake, grill, or pan-fry your corned beef. Each method has its distinct flavor and cooking process, so it's worth trying them all to find the best fit for you. The most common method for cooking corned beef and cabbage is boiling.

How long to cook corned beef in the oven at 350? ›

OVEN: Set the oven for 350 °F (or no lower than 325 °F). Place brisket fat-side up. Barely cover the meat with water—about 1 inch—and keep the container covered throughout the cooking time. Allow about one hour per pound.

How long does it take to cook corned beef in the oven? ›

Sprinkle seasoning packet over beef, then pour in water until potatoes are almost covered. Cover with a lid or heavy aluminum foil. Roast in the preheated oven until corned beef is so tender it can be flaked apart with a fork, about 5 to 6 hours.

Does corned beef get more tender the longer you cook it? ›

Information. Corned beef is made from one of several less tender cuts of beef like the brisket, rump, or round. Therefore, it requires long, moist cooking. Corned beef is safe once the internal temperature has reached at least 145 °F, with a three minute rest time, but cooking it longer will make it fork-tender.

Can you bake a corned beef? ›

Preheat oven to 275ºF. Sprinkle spice packet over corned beef and loosely wrap in tin foil. Place on baking sheet and bake on a lower level for 6 hours. Open foil and turn oven to broil and allow fat to cook off, approximately 3-5 minutes on the top rack, approximately 10 minutes on a lower rack.

Do you rinse corned beef before cooking? ›

Always Rinse Corned Beef Before Cooking It

Regardless of whether you cure the meat yourself or buy a ready-to-cook corned beef, chances are there's excess salt lingering on the surface and tucked into folds on the outer part of the meat.

What is the secret to tender corned beef? ›

Because corned beef comes from brisket, a tough cut of meat. You need its connective tissue to break down so you can have tender results. Some like to braise their corned beef in an all-water liquid, with various spices and salt; others add beer to the mix to further tenderize the meat.

Is corned beef and cabbage unhealthy? ›

For those who keep to the Irish-American tradition, the bad news is this: the meal is not exactly healthy. Corned beef contains about 285 calories for a four-ounce portion and is packed with a whopping 1,286 milligrams of sodium per serving. That's more than half of the sodium you're supposed to have all day.

What is a good side dish with corned beef and cabbage? ›

Roasted vegetables: Roasted carrots, parsnips, potatoes, or Brussels sprouts make flavorful and hearty side dishes that complement the savory flavors of corned beef. 2. Mashed potatoes: Creamy mashed potatoes are a classic accompaniment to corned beef, providing a comforting and satisfying addition to the meal.

Do you use the liquid in the corned beef package? ›

Place the brined corned beef in a large pot or Dutch oven along with the liquid and spices that accompanied it in the package. Pour in enough water to cover the beef, then bring the water to a boil on the stovetop. Reduce the heat to a simmer, and cover the pot.

What can I do with canned corned beef? ›

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Should I cover beef with foil when cooking? ›

When cooking a roast in the oven, keep it uncovered until roasted to the desired doneness. After removing from the oven, tent with foil and let stand 15 minutes before carving. This allows the juices to redistribute, preventing them from draining out during carving—and preventing dry, disappointing meat.

What happens if you don't rinse corned beef? ›

Depending on the pickling solution used for the meat, you may be in for a saltier meal than you bargained for if you cook the meat without rinsing it. And don't worry: Rinsing won't make the beef taste bland! The flavor is infused deep into the beef during the curing process.

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