Sweet-Sour Red Cabbage

Categories: Vegetables

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup cider vinegar
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 medium head red cabbage, shredded
• 4 bacon strips, diced
• 1 tart medium tart apple, peeled and chopped
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/4 cup water
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves (optional)

Directions

1. In a large bowl, stir the cider viegar and sugars until sugars are dissolved. Add cabbage; toss to coat. Let stand for 5-10 minutes.

2. Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon, reserving drippings.

3. In the drippings, saute apple and onion until tender. Add water and cabbage mixture. Bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30-35 minutes.

4. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Simmer uncovered, for 5 minutes or until tender. Sprinkle with reserved bacon just before serving.

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