German Cabbage and Potato Casserole with Caraway

Name: German Cabbage and Potato Casserole with Caraway
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Tbs. vegetable oil; 2 medium onions, thinly sliced (3 cups); 2 large Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and cubed; 2 tsp. caraway seeds; 8 cups thinly sliced red cabbage; 1/2 cup dried cherries or dried cranberries; 1/4 cup dry red wine; 2 Tbs. apple cider vinegar; 3 lb. russet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks; 1/4 cup low-fat sour cream; 2 Tbs. butter or margarine; 1/2 cup chopped chives

Servings: persons

2 Tbs. vegetable oil
2 medium onions, thinly sliced (3 cups)
2 large Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and cubed
2 tsp. caraway seeds
8 cups thinly sliced red cabbage
1/2 cup dried cherries or dried cranberries
1/4 cup dry red wine
2 Tbs. apple cider vinegar
3 lb. russet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
1/4 cup low-fat sour cream
2 Tbs. butter or margarine
1/2 cup chopped chives

1
Heat oil in Dutch oven over medium heat.
2
Add onions, and saute 5 minutes.
3
Add apples and caraway seeds, and saute 3 minutes, or until apples begin to soften.
4
Stir in cabbage and dried cherries, and reduce heat to medium-low.
5
Cook 15 minutes.
6
Add wine, vinegar, and 1 cup water, and season with salt and pepper, if desired.
7
Cover, and simmer 30 minutes more.
8
Bring potatoes and enough water to cover to a boil in saucepan.
9
Cook
10
10 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
11
Drain, reserving 1/2 cup cooking liquid.
12
Mash potatoes, reserved liquid, sour cream, and butter in saucepan until smooth.
13
Stir in chives.
14
Season with salt and pepper, if desired.
15
Preheat oven to 350F.
16
Spoon cabbage mixture in 13- x 9-inch baking dish.
17
Spread mashed potatoes over top.
18
Bake 30 to 40 minutes, or until potato topping begins to brown.
19
Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Tbs. vegetable oil, 2 medium onions, thinly sliced (3 cups), 2 large Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and cubed, 2 tsp. caraway seeds, and more.

Yes, German Cabbage and Potato Casserole with Caraway falls under the General 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!