KALPUDDING (MEATLOAF WITH CARMELIZED CABBAGE)

Kalpudding (Meatloaf With Carmelized Cabbage) image

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
1 head Green Cabbage
3 tablespoons Molasses
3/4 pounds Ground beef
3/4 pounds Ground pork
1 Small yellow onion
1 cup Heavy cream
4 tablespoons Breadcrumbs
1/3 cup Chicken broth
1/3 cup Lingonberry preserves
1 tablespoon Red-wine vinegar

Steps:

Heat oven to 350 F. Put a large pan over medium-high heat and and 2 tablespoons of butter. When it starts to foam add the cabbage and molasses, lower the heat to medium, and sprinkle with salt. Cook slowly, stirring often, until all the liquid has evaporated and the cabbage is carmelized, approximately 20 to 25 minutes.
While the cabbage is cooking, lightly mix the meats in a large bowl, then add the onion (chopped), cream, and breadcrumbs, and mix to combine.
When the cabbage is done add about 1/3 of it to the meat mixture and mix to combine. Use the reaiGrease an 8-inch square baking pan with butter and transfer the meat mixture to it and cover the whole surface evenly. Spread remaining cabbage over the top and place in the oven, on a sheet tray, to cook for approximately 40 to 45 minutes or until the cabbage is very, very carmelized, almost dry and crunchy at the edges. Allow it to sit for 10 minutes or so before serving.
While the meat and cabbage cooks make the sauce. Heat the lingonberry preserves, vinegar, and remaining 1 tablespoon of butter in a small pot set over medium heat, then add the Worchestershire sauce to taste. Serve alongside the kalpudding.