Kielbasa with Smothered Cabbage and Mashed Potatoes

1. 1

   In a large heavy skillet heat the oil over moderate heat until it is hot but not smoking and in it brown the kielbasa.

2. 2

   Add the cabbage and the onion and cook the mixture, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is browned.

3. 3

   Add 1 1/2 cups water and simmer the mixture, covered partially, for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender.

4. 4

   While the mixture is simmering, in a steamer set over boiling water steam the potatoes, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch pieces, covered, for 12 minutes, or until they are very tender, transfer them to a bowl, and mash them with a potato masher.

5. 5

   Add the milk, scalded, 3 tablespoons hot water, the butter, and salt and pepper to taste and stir the potato mixture until the butter is melted.

6. 6

   Serve the kielbasa mixture on the mashed potatoes.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.