RED CABBAGE BRAISED WITH VINEGAR AND BACON

By jargrr

Ingredients

• 1 lb. bacon cut into 1 in. pieces
• 2 c. chopped onion
• 1 head of red cabbage (about 3 lbs.) cored & finely slivered
• 3 granny smith apples, cored & cut into 1 in. pieces
• 3/4 c. dry red wine
• 3/4 c. red wine vinegar
• 3 tbs. dark brown sugaar
• 2 tsp. caraway seeds
• 1 tsp. dried thyme leaves
• 1/2 tsp. black pepper

Preparation

Step 1

Cook bacon in a large deep skillet or dutch oven over low heat for 15 min. Add the onions & cook until wilted, 10 min. Add the remaining ingredients & toss well. Cover the skillet & cook over medium heat for 1 1/4 hrs. stirring occasionally. If necessary, add a bit more liquid.