Grandma Jeanette's Amazing German Red Cabbage is a delightful and flavorful dish that brings warmth and comfort to any meal. This traditional recipe combines the sweetness of red cabbage with a tangy kick of vinegar and the rich, smoky flavors of bacon. The slow cooking process allows the ingredients to meld together, resulting in a tender and savory cabbage dish that will leave your taste buds wanting more.

Ingredients

• 1 medium-sized red cabbage
• 4 slices of bacon, diced
• 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 2 apples, peeled, cored, and diced
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1/2 cup vegetable or beef broth
• 2 tablespoons butter
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Start by removing the outer leaves of the red cabbage, and then slice it into thin strips. Rinse the cabbage strips under cold water and set them aside.
2. In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the diced bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon and set it aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pot.
3. In the same pot, add the sliced onion and diced apples. Sauté them in the bacon fat until the onions become translucent and the apples are slightly softened.
4. Add the red cabbage to the pot and stir well to combine with the onions and apples. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Sprinkle the brown sugar over the cabbage mixture and pour in the apple cider vinegar and broth. Stir to combine.
6. Reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Let the cabbage simmer for about 1 to 1.5 hours, or until the cabbage becomes tender, stirring occasionally.
7. Once the cabbage is tender, add the cooked bacon back into the pot. Stir in the butter and season with salt and pepper to taste. Allow the butter to melt and coat the cabbage.
8. Continue cooking for another 10 minutes, uncovered, to allow the flavors to meld together.
9. Serve Grandma Jeanette's Amazing German Red Cabbage as a delicious side dish alongside your favorite German meals, such as sausages, schnitzel, or roasted meats. Enjoy the heartwarming flavors and savor every bite!

Note: The longer you cook the cabbage, the more tender and flavorful it will become. Feel free to adjust the cooking time to achieve your desired texture.