German Sweet & Sour Cabbage |
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Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 20 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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I grew up on this. This is my mother's recipe, and it has been a requested dish at every family party and picnic. Ingredients:
5 cups shredded red cabbage |
4 slices bacon |
2 tablespoons brown sugar |
2 tablespoons flour |
1/2 cup water |
1/3 cup cider vinegar |
salt and pepper |
1 small onion, chopped |
Directions:
1. Cook cabbage in water for 8-10 minutes; drain.
2. Fry bacon and remove from pan; Add onion and saute until limp, 3-5 minutes.
3. Add sugar and flour to bacon fat; blend until smooth.
4. Add water, vinegar, and seasonings; cook until thick.
5. Add diced bacon, and cabbage.
6. Heat through.
7. If bland, add more salt, sugar, or vinegar, whichever is needed.
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