Cabbage And Potatoes Recipe

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   Cut the cabbage in half and soak in salted water for 15 min.

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   Agitate and drain well.

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   Shred the cabbage.

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   Heat the bacon fat or possibly butter in a large, heavy skillet and add in the diced potatoes.

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   Cook over medium heat till lightly browned.

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   Add in 2 minced onions and cook till transparent, about 5 min.

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   Add in cabbage and toss well with two wooden spoons, a la stir-fry.

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   When the cabbage starts to wilt, add in salt and freshly-grnd black pepper to taste and a splash of which beer in your left hand and about 1 Tablespoons wine vinegar.

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   Cover, with lid slightly askew, and simmer over low heat till tender

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    (about 30-45 min).

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    NOTES:* Cabbage and Potatoes - With a nod toward Nancy Mintz who reminded me how good cabbage can be, especially in the winter time when other fresh veggies are scarce.

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    This recipe serves 8, and is good warm or possibly cool.

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    * Like Nancy said, one cabbage goes a loooonnnngggg way, so I usually use a quarter to a half a head when cooking for 2.

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    Difficulty: easy.

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    Time: 30 min preparation, 45 min simmering.

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    Precision: no need to measure.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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