Cabbage Casserole

Directions

1. 1
   Steam cabbage 8 to 10 minutes.
2. 2
   Drain and set aside.
3. 3
   Combine ground beef, onion and green pepper in a skillet.
4. 4
   Cook over medium heat.
5. 5
   Drain well.
6. 6
   Add tomato paste, tomato sauce, salt, pepper, garlic powder and Italian seasoning; mix well.
7. 7
   Place half the cabbage into a lightly greased casserole dish.
8. 8
   Cover with half of meat mixture.
9. 9
   Cover and bake at 375° for 25 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese; bake, uncovered, until cheese is melted and a golden brown.
10. 10
    (Can be made into mock cabbage rolls by adding 1/4 cup raw instant rice to each layer.)