We’ve developed plenty of recipes that let the humble cabbage shine, from steamed to braised to fried with bacon
That being said, when we’re looking for a no-frills, easy side dish—or for the missing piece to our St. Patrick's Day meal
If you’ve never boiled cabbage before, follow our 2-step recipe for perfectly tender cabbage in less than 20 minutes.
Perfect it, then season it and serve it as you please—this recipe is nothing if not versatile. Here’s everything you need to know:
A large head of green cabbage works best here. It’s sweeter and more pleasant to eat on its own than some other varieties
When it comes to cutting your cabbage, you’ve got two options here: cutting it into wedges, or slicing it thin.
One thing to keep in mind: If you’re low on time, sliced cabbage will cook faster than wedges
Shredded cabbage will be done in around 5 minutes; for wedges, it’ll be done around 10. You want to cook until tender,