Creamed Cabbage (Print view)

Tender cabbage enveloped in a light, creamy sauce. A comforting side that's indulgent yet refreshingly easy to make.

# Ingredient List:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 medium head green cabbage (about 2 pounds), cored and finely shredded
02 - 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped

→ Dairy

03 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
04 - 1 cup whole milk or half-and-half
05 - 1/2 cup heavy cream

→ Thickener

06 - 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour blend

→ Seasonings

07 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
08 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
09 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped (optional garnish)

# How-To Steps:

01 - Melt butter in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened but not browned.
02 - Add shredded cabbage and a generous pinch of salt. Sauté for 6-8 minutes, stirring often, until cabbage is wilted and tender.
03 - Sprinkle flour over cabbage and stir well to coat evenly. Cook for 1 minute to remove raw flour taste.
04 - Gradually pour in milk and cream, stirring constantly to prevent lumps from forming.
05 - Reduce heat to low. Simmer gently for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens and coats the cabbage.
06 - Stir in nutmeg and season generously with black pepper and additional salt if needed. Remove from heat, transfer to serving dish, and garnish with chopped parsley if desired.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The humble cabbage transforms into something elegant enough for dinner parties yet simple enough for Tuesday nights
  • That creamy sauce manages to feel indulgent without being heavy the way creamed spinach sometimes can
02 -
  • Cabbage releases water as it cooks so your sauce will naturally thicken even more as it sits
  • The nutmeg is not optional here it is what makes this taste like something you would order at a nice restaurant
03 -
  • Shred the cabbage by hand rather than buying pre shredded bags for better texture and fresher flavor
  • Room temperature dairy incorporates more smoothly preventing any potential curdling issues
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