Braised Red Cabbage with Apple

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   In a large frying pan over medium-low heat, cook the bacon until it renders its fat.

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   Add the onion, and cook for about 5 minutes, or until softened.

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   Add the sugar and cook for 5 minutes, until the onion is golden.

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   Add the apple and cover.

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   Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 3-4 minutes, until the apple is crisp-tender.

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   Add the cabbage and toss to coat thoroughly with the bacon fat.

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   Add the vinegar, and mix well.

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   Cover and cook over low heat for 10 minutes, or until the cabbage becomes a shade or so lighter.

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   Stir in 2/3 cup water and season with salt and pepper.

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    Cover and simmer over medium-low heat for 11 1/4 hours, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is very tender.

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    Add a little more water, if necessary.

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    Just before serving, season again with salt and pepper.

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    Serve hot.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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