Wash your cabbage by putting it under running water and rubbing off any dirt. Remove the outside leaf if it is brown or damaged at all.
Cut the stem off the bottom of your cabbage so that it is flat on the bottom.
Place the flat side down and cut the cabbage into 1/2 inch thick slices.
Place them on a lightly oiled large cookie sheet.
In a small bowl, mix together 1/4 cup oil, 3 cloves of minced garlic, 1/4 tsp, of salt, and 1/4 tsp fresh ground pepper.
Drizzle the oil mixture over the sliced cabbage evenly coating them.
Bake at 400° F (204°C) for 40-45 minutes until cabbage is soft and the edges are slightly crispy browned. (If you are adding cheese or bread crumbs, do it after it bakes for 30 minutes, then bake for another 10-15 minutes.)
Notes
Make sure to use a cookie sheet with edges to catch any drips from falling off the edge of your pan.
Once you place the cabbage steaks on the cookie sheet don't move them around or flip them. This ensures that they don't fall apart and will look pretty when cooked.
You want them to get a little brown on the edges, this makes them a little crispy and this part is delicious!
Balsamic Roasted Cabbage Steaks
Instead of the oil and garlic mixture, mix together 2 tablespoons oil, 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, 2 tablespoons maple syrup, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Pour over the cabbage slices and bake for 40-45 minutes.