OKTOBERFEST RED CABBAGE

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Four generations of our family have made this dish of red cabbage and apples, known as rotkohl ("red cabbage"). We love the tart and sweet flavors. -Diana Likes, Chandler, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

3 tablespoons bacon drippings or canola oil
1 small head red cabbage (about 1-1/2 pounds), shredded
2 medium tart apples, peeled and chopped
1 cup water
1/4 cup sugar
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 cup white vinegar

Steps:

In a Dutch oven, heat bacon drippings over medium heat. Add cabbage and apples; cook and stir 2-3 minutes. Stir in water, sugar, salt, pepper and cloves., Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 40-45 minutes or until cabbage is tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in vinegar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 146 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 331mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein.