Versatile & Nutritious

Foundation Ingredient

Cabbage

Look how beautiful cabbage growing is. When you see it in the grocery store it is just a ball usually wrapped in plastic. Cabbage is an ideal winter crop if you have a bit of space. Requiring little maintenance. The ideal harvest time coincides neatly with when you want a hearty stew or crispy, tangy salads. Near the end, but still the coldest part of winter. Cabbage is amazingly versatile and nutritious.

What can you make with Cabbage? You could make chips, rolls, salads, Coleslaw, soups, braises, magical diuretics, and more. This neutral vegetable that can be acidic or sweet. It is also a powerhouse of nutrition with possible PH neutralizing powers for the people.

Cabbage is a surprisingly powerful staple, packed with nutrients while staying low in calories. It is rich in vitamin C to support your immune system. Vitamin K for healthy bones and blood clotting, and a variety of antioxidants that help protect your cells from damage. Its fiber supports good digestion and helps you feel satiated. The natural plant compounds in cabbage—especially in red and purple varieties—have been linked to heart and gut health. Whether you roast it, sauté it, quick pickle it, or enjoy it raw in a salad or slaw. Cabbage with its incredible versatility can be seamlessly incorporated into most meals. Adding flavor and nutrients for not much money or effort.

Crisping and Caramelizing Cabbage is a very simple technique that transforms not only cabbage but most vegetables into something crave-able. Especially when you use your current favorite flavor combination. This flavorful recipe can stand on its own as a side dish. Add bacon or ham and jalapeños to roast on top after the first flip. It can also become the base , (vehicle), for meat mixes, potatoes, or whatever you are craving or simply have on hand.

See Foundation – Meat Mixes & Meat Vehicles

See: Georgie’s Lamb Burgers on Sweet Roasted Cabbage

See also: Peter’s Peppery Pickled Coleslaw