Alsatian Cabbage Recipes

ALSATIAN CABBAGE

Steps:

• In a medium saucepan of boiling water, cook potatoes until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and let cool slightly.
• Peel potatoes and cut into ¼ inch slices.
• Meanwhile in a small bowl, soak cranberries in warm water for 15 minutes. Drain and set aside.
• In a large flameproof casserole, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden, about 5 minutes.
• Add cabbage and apples. Reduce heat to medium, cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until cabbage is tender, 12-15 minutes.
• Add potatoes, garlic, wine, salt, pepper, Dijon mustard, and dried cranberries. Cover and simmer for 5 minutes.
• Serve hot or at room temperature.

RED CABBAGE ALSATIAN-STYLE

Steps:

• Pull off and discard any blemished outer leaves of the cabbage, and remove the core. Shred the cabbage finely.
• Heat the oil in a heavy skillet. Add the onions and cook, stirring, until wilted. Add the cabbage, cloves, cumin, apple, vinegar, sugar and broth. Add salt and pepper. Blend well. Bring to a boil. Cover and simmer for 25 minutes, stirring often. Stir in the butter and serve.