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Braised Cabbage and Beets with Bacon

Braised Cabbage and Beets with Bacon: Your Cozy Comfort Dish

Enjoy this Braised Cabbage and Beets with Bacon, a comforting dish filled with rich flavors that warms the heart during winter nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Vegetables
  • 650 g White Cabbage Hearty base, can swap with Savoy cabbage
  • 300 g Beets Can use golden beets for a unique taste
  • 1 Onion Shallots can be a substitute
  • 2 cloves Garlic Can use garlic powder if in a pinch
Cooking Base
  • 200 g Bacon Lardons or Pancetta Turkey bacon can lighten up if desired
  • 2 tbsp Butter Can use olive oil for a dairy-free option
Seasoning
  • 2 tbsp Red Wine Vinegar Can swap with apple cider vinegar
  • 0.25 tsp Nutmeg Can use allspice as a substitute
  • 1 stick Cinnamon Stick Ground cinnamon (1/2 tsp) can replace
  • 2 Bay Leaves Thyme is a suitable alternative
  • Salt Adjust to taste
Broth
  • 250 ml Chicken or Vegetable Stock Use seasoned water if stock is not available

Equipment

  • cast iron pan

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a deep cast iron pan, place 200 grams of bacon lardons or pancetta over medium heat. Sauté for about 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the bacon is crispy and the fat has rendered.
  2. Add 2 tablespoons of butter and one chopped onion to the pan with the bacon. Reduce the heat to low and cook for about 10 minutes.
  3. Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for an additional 20 seconds.
  4. Introduce 650 grams of sliced white cabbage and 300 grams of diced beets into the pan, stirring to combine well with the onion and bacon mixture.
  5. Cover the pan and reduce the heat to low, letting the vegetables braise for 40 minutes to 1 hour.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or a pinch of sugar if necessary.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For the best flavor, use homemade or high-quality chicken or vegetable stock. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

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