Bruschetta With Cabbage Braised in Wine Recipe

Name: Bruschetta With Cabbage Braised in Wine
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 2 leeks, white and light green parts only, halved, cleaned and thinly sliced; 2 garlic cloves, 1 minced, 1 cut in half; 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary; 1 medium head cabbage, cored and shredded or chopped; Salt to taste; 1 tablespoon tomato paste dissolved in 2 tablespoons water; 1/2 teaspoon paprika; 1 cup dry white wine; 1 Parmesan rind; Freshly ground pepper; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill (optional); 6 thick slices whole wheat country bread; 3 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 leeks, white and light green parts only, halved, cleaned and thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves, 1 minced, 1 cut in half
1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
1 medium head cabbage, cored and shredded or chopped
Salt to taste
1 tablespoon tomato paste dissolved in 2 tablespoons water
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1 cup dry white wine
1 Parmesan rind
Freshly ground pepper
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill (optional)
6 thick slices whole wheat country bread
3 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan

1
Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large, heavy skillet and add leeks.
2
Cook, stirring, until they begin to soften, about 3 minutes.
3
Add minced garlic and rosemary and cook, stirring, for another 30 seconds to a minute, until fragrant.
4
Stir in cabbage and a generous pinch of salt and cook, stirring often, until it begins to soften, about 5 minutes.
5
Add dissolved tomato paste and paprika and stir together.
6
Add white wine, Parmesan rind and salt to taste, bring to a simmer, cover and reduce heat to low.
7
Cook, stirring from time to time, for about 20 to 25 minutes, until cabbage is soft and sweet.
8
Remove Parmesan rind.
9
Add freshly ground pepper, taste and adjust salt.
10
Remove from heat.
11
Lightly toast the bread and rub with the cut clove of garlic.
12
Top with the cabbage, sprinkle with Parmesan and with dill if desired, and serve.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 2 leeks, white and light green parts only, halved, cleaned and thinly sliced, 2 garlic cloves, 1 minced, 1 cut in half, 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary, and more.

Yes, Bruschetta With Cabbage Braised in Wine falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Bruschetta With Cabbage Braised in Wine

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