Pasta with Caramelized Onions, Cabbage, and Smoked Ham

1. 1

   Cook bacon in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat until bacon is brown and crisp.

2. 2

   Transfer bacon to paper towel and drain.

3. 3

   Crumble bacon.

4. 4

   Measure drippings from skillet; add enough vegetable oil to measure 1/4 cup and return mixture to skillet.

5. 5

   Add onions and caraway seeds and saute until onions are dark brown, about 25 minutes.

6. 6

   Add cabbage and ham and saute until cabbage wilts, about 8 minutes.

7. 7

   Meanwhile, cook pasta in heavy large pot of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to bite.

8. 8

   Drain.

9. 9

   Return pasta to same pot.

10. 10

    Add bacon, onion mixture, and cheese to pasta.

11. 11

    Toss over medium heat until warmed through, adding broth by 1/4 cupfuls to moisten if dry, about 4 minutes.

12. 12

    Season pasta to taste with salt and pepper and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.