Cabbage in Milk
Elevate your side dish game with "Cabbage in Milk," a comforting and velvety creation that turns humble ingredients into a masterpiece of flavor. Tender steamed green cabbage is bathed in a rich, creamy milk sauce thickened with a buttery roux and delicately seasoned with a hint of nutmeg and black pepper. This recipe balances simplicity and sophistication, making it an ideal accompaniment to roasted meats or a hearty vegetarian option on its own. Ready in just 35 minutes, "Cabbage in Milk" is as quick to prepare as it is satisfying, offering a unique twist on traditional cabbage dishes that's bound to impress at any dinner table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium head Green cabbage
- 2 cups Whole milk
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 1 tablespoon All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Nutmeg
- 1 cup Water
Instructions
Remove the outer leaves of the cabbage, cut it into quarters, and remove the core. Slice the quarters into thin strips.
In a large pot, bring 1 cup of water and 1 teaspoon of kosher salt to a boil.
Add the sliced cabbage to the pot, cover it with a lid, and steam for about 8-10 minutes, until the cabbage is tender but still bright green. Drain the cabbage and set aside.
In the same pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the all-purpose flour to create a smooth roux. Cook the roux for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
Gradually pour in the milk while whisking to avoid lumps. Continue stirring until the mixture thickens into a creamy sauce, about 3-4 minutes.
Season the sauce with black pepper and nutmeg. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Add the cooked cabbage into the creamy sauce, and stir well to coat all the cabbage evenly.
Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Serve warm as a comforting side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
624 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.3 g | 50% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.1 g | 110% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 992 mg | 43% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.2 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.2 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.6 g | ||
| Protein | 21.6 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.5 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 764 mg | 59% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1344 mg | 29% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
