Cabbage and apple casserole

4 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
4ouncesBacon, sliced, cut crosswise into 1/2\" bieces
2tablespoonsButter, sweet
1tablespoonOil, vegetable
1Onion, finely chopped
1Small head RED Cabbage, cored, coarsely shredded (about 6 cups)
2Granny Smith apples, pared, cored, cut into 1/4\" dice
½cupCream, heavy
2tablespoonsBrandy or Cognac
½teaspoonSalt (or to taste)
¼teaspoonPepper, freshly ground or to taste

Directions

Fry bacon in medium skillet over medium heat until slightly crisp and brown, about 10 minutes. Remove to paper towels to drain.

Heat butter and oil in medium casserole or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion and cook stirring ocasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add cabbage and continue to cool until softened, 3-5 minutes. Add bacon, apples, cream, and brandy and stir to combine.

Simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to transfer to serving dish.

Serve hot.