Braised Cabbage With Bacon
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- Prep Time20 min
- Total Time35 min
- Makes6 servings
(Photo: Robert Caruso)
What is braising? A classic method of cooking less-tender cuts of meat and vegetables, braising starts with a pan-sear so the food gains colour and flavour. It’s then cooked gently, covered, in barely bubbling liquid until exceedingly tender.
Ingredients
4 slices of bacon, cut into 1-in. strips
2 garlic cloves, sliced
10 cups thickly sliced red or green cabbage, about 1/2 large head
1/2 tsp salt
3/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1 tsp fresh thyme
2 tbsp cider vinegar
Instructions
HEAT a large pot over medium. Add bacon and cook, stirring often, until crisp, 7 to 10 min. Use a slotted spoon to transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate. Add garlic then half of cabbage and salt to same pot. Season with fresh pepper. Cook, stirring often, 1 min. Add remaining cabbage, then broth and thyme. Boil, then reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer, covered, until cabbage is tender, 15 to 20 min. Stir in vinegar and bacon.
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories 131, Protein 4g, Carbohydrates 6g, Fat 11g, Fibre 2g, Sodium 459mg.
Good source of vitamin C.
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