Southern Cabbage Recipe

Method7 steps · about 25 min

1. 1

   Step 1: Quarter the cabbage and remove the hard core.

   Uses 1 head green cabbage, washed and loose outer leaves removed

2. 2

   Step 2: Cut the quarters into 1-inch / 2.5 cm strips and set aside.

   Uses quartered cored cabbage

3. 3

   Step 3: Melt 2 tbsp unsalted butter in a large pot and add 2 tbsp olive oil.

   Uses 2 tablespoons unsalted butter · 2 tablespoons olive oil

4. 4

   Step 4: Add the cabbage, 1½–2 cups chicken broth, ½ tsp salt and black pepper to taste.

   Uses prepared cabbage strips · melted butter and olive oil · 1½-2 cups chicken broth · ½ teaspoon salt (plain, seasoned or smoked) · Coarsely ground black pepper to taste

5. 5

   Step 5: Stir, bring to a boil, immediately reduce to a gentle simmer and cover.

   Uses cabbage and seasoned broth

6. 6

   Step 6: Simmer for 12–15 minutes, or until tender to your liking; check before it becomes mushy.

   Simmer cabbage · 15 minUses covered simmering cabbage

7. 7

   Step 7: Taste and add a little extra salt only if needed, then serve.

   Uses cooked cabbage in broth · Extra salt for final adjustment, only if needed (quantity unspecified)