Norwegian Christmas Cabbage

Recipe View 2 mins In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, arrange two slices of bacon across the bottom. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 3 mins Cover the bacon with a layer of shredded cabbage, using about a quarter of the total amount. (3 minutes)

Recipe View 1 mins Lightly dust the cabbage layer with flour and sprinkle with a pinch of caraway seeds. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper. (1 minute)

Recipe View 10 mins Repeat the layering process: bacon, cabbage, flour, caraway seeds, salt, and pepper. Continue until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of cabbage on top. (10 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins Pour enough water into the pot to reach about 3/4 of the way up the side of the cabbage. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 45 mins Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for approximately 45 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. (45 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins Once the cabbage is cooked, remove from heat and let cool slightly. (10 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Stir in the white vinegar and sugar, starting with the amounts listed and adjusting to your taste. The key is to achieve a balance between sweet and sour – add sugar or vinegar gradually, tasting as you go, until you reach your desired flavor. (5 minutes)