Southern Cabbage Recipe

Southern Cabbage Recipe

Southern-Style Cabbage made with simple ingredients and full of flavor and soul.

Ingredients

  • 1 head of cabbage
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt (plain, seasoned or smoked)
  • fresh black pepper (to taste)
  • 1½-2 cups chicken broth

Directions

  1. 1

    Slice cabbage into quarters, removing & discarding the hard stem at the center.

  2. 2

    Slice each quarter into 1-inch wide strips. Set aside.

  3. 3

    In a large pot, melt the butter and add olive oil.

  4. 4

    Add remaining ingredients to the pot, including the cabbage.

  5. 5

    Stir and bring to a boil, immediately reduce heat to a simmer, and cover.

  6. 6

    Simmer 12-15 minutes or until cabbage is tender to your liking. (Do not overcook or cabbage will be slimy)

  7. 7

    Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.