SPICED CABBAGE AND APPLE MEDLEY

Spiced Cabbage and Apple Medley image

This nicely spiced cabbage-and-apple medley has always been a favorite side dish on our holiday dinner table. We love the sweet-tangy flavor and eye-catching color. -Paul Tackman Sr., North Las Vegas, Nevada

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Side Dishes

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

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Ingredients

1 medium head red cabbage, shredded
1 medium apple, peeled and thinly sliced
2/3 cup sugar
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 bay leaves
4 whole cloves
1/3 cup cider vinegar
2 tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

Place cabbage and apple in a 6-qt. stockpot. Add sugar, salt, rosemary and pepper; toss to combine. Let stand 40 minutes to allow juices to release from cabbage., Place bay leaves and cloves on a double thickness of cheesecloth. Gather corners of cloth to enclose seasonings; tie securely with string. Stir into cabbage mixture., Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 30-35 minutes or until cabbage is tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in vinegar and lemon juice; heat through. Discard spice bag.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 334mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein.