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Dinner Tonight: Curried Squash and Apple Soup

The last sentence clearlys states "garnish with lime."

BellaLuna at 1:41PM on 10/22/08

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What to do with my humble head of Cabbage?

You could still make a slaw but kick it up a bit. I love coleslaw, but not with mayo.
(1) Litehouse Ceasar dressing and add a little balsamic vinegar, mix and taste before tossing, toss just before serving.

(2) Rice wine vinegar with fresh ground pepper and salt. Really simple, tangy and the cabbage doesn't get mushy as with mayo or the Ceasar. I use this with pulled pork, but you could try a small portion before pairing it with your chicken/apple sausages.

BellaLuna at 4:40PM on 10/03/08

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What to do with my humble head of Cabbage?

Sausage and cabbage are always great together. Here's something you can throw together in about 10-15 minutes using just a wok. I don't use measurements so you just have to eyeball for however many people you're serving.

In a hot wok saute 1 or 2 Italian sausages in 2-3 T olive oil, remove to a pliable cutting board and slice in 1/2 pieces, keeping all the juices. In the same oil, saute whatever veggies you like (chopped into bite sized pieces about the size of a quarter). I usually use zuccini, green, yellow and red bell peppers, red onion, LOTS of cabbage and a handful of black olives; asparagus is good too. Saute until veggies are crisp tender, add some cooked penne pasta and the sliced sausage with all the meat juice. Toss until heated through. If it's too dry, add either more olive oil or some balsamic salad dressing. Salt and pepper to taste. Serve w/fresh grated parmesan.

I make this without the sausage for my vegetarian friends.

BellaLuna at 2:16PM on 10/03/08

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From Recipes

Dinner Tonight: Curried Squash and Apple Soup

The last sentence clearlys states "garnish with lime."

BellaLuna at 1:41PM on 10/22/08

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What to do with my humble head of Cabbage?

You could still make a slaw but kick it up a bit. I love coleslaw, but not with mayo.
(1) Litehouse Ceasar dressing and add a little balsamic vinegar, mix and taste before tossing, toss just before serving.

(2) Rice wine vinegar with fresh ground pepper and salt. Really simple, tangy and the cabbage doesn't get mushy as with mayo or the Ceasar. I use this with pulled pork, but you could try a small portion before pairing it with your chicken/apple sausages.

BellaLuna at 4:40PM on 10/03/08

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What to do with my humble head of Cabbage?

Sausage and cabbage are always great together. Here's something you can throw together in about 10-15 minutes using just a wok. I don't use measurements so you just have to eyeball for however many people you're serving.

In a hot wok saute 1 or 2 Italian sausages in 2-3 T olive oil, remove to a pliable cutting board and slice in 1/2 pieces, keeping all the juices. In the same oil, saute whatever veggies you like (chopped into bite sized pieces about the size of a quarter). I usually use zuccini, green, yellow and red bell peppers, red onion, LOTS of cabbage and a handful of black olives; asparagus is good too. Saute until veggies are crisp tender, add some cooked penne pasta and the sliced sausage with all the meat juice. Toss until heated through. If it's too dry, add either more olive oil or some balsamic salad dressing. Salt and pepper to taste. Serve w/fresh grated parmesan.

I make this without the sausage for my vegetarian friends.

BellaLuna at 2:16PM on 10/03/08

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Dinner Tonight: Curried Squash and Apple Soup

I recently discovered, to my delight, that by far the easiest way to cook a winter squash was to stick a knife into it a few times then put it in the microwave on high for 7-10 minutes, until it's tender inside (stick another thin blade in). When you open it up, the seeds scoop out easily, and you are ready to roll. I did with with a buttercup squash the other day (looks like a small, dark green pumpkin), mashed it with butter and salt and a little brown sugar, and it was the best squash I've ever eaten!

adbw83 at 9:35AM on 10/23/08

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What to do with my humble head of Cabbage?

Thanks all, for your suggestions. I ended up making a slaw after all, only I did the Asian flair slaw, with rice wine vinegar and sesame oil. It was fresh and tasty and paired well with my delish grilled sausages and vidalias. Will keep these roasting and braising ideas on tap for the future. I like the idea of using bacon fat...sounds good!

juliebugsmama at 2:33PM on 10/06/08

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What to do with my humble head of Cabbage?

I like to saute it in bacon grease with caraway seeds. Add a splash of cider vinegar towards the end.

sobriquet at 12:56PM on 10/05/08

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What to do with my humble head of Cabbage?

Chopped cabbage, chopped onions, minced garlic, all fried with bacon in a cast iron skillet. Nirvana.

1stmakearoux at 11:01AM on 10/04/08

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What to do with my humble head of Cabbage?

Oh I love making bubbles and squeak. Cabbage also is great in most soups.

pjracz10 at 1:35AM on 10/04/08

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What to do with my humble head of Cabbage?

Coarsely shred it along with 2 or 3 big sliced onions. Meanwhile, boil a bag of egg noodles and drain. Fry the cabbage with a stick of margarine, S&P and onion salt in a big skillet. (Butter will burn.) Then add the noodles. Fry until the cabbage is tender and re-season to taste. Especially good served alongside a roasted pork butt.

Josdean at 10:10PM on 10/03/08

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What to do with my humble head of Cabbage?

Roast it, just like you would other roasted vegetables. A little olive oil, salt and pepper. About 20-25 minutes in a 425 oven or until the edges get nice and brown. Yummy!

erinlovestoeat at 9:19PM on 10/03/08

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What to do with my humble head of Cabbage?

Red or green cabbage? Red tends to hold up better in braises, with apple cider, onions, and maybe some spices (allspice and cloves), while green might be good sauteed quickly with some butter, salt, and a splash fruity white wine.

RunnerChef at 7:11PM on 10/03/08

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What to do with my humble head of Cabbage?

I make a cabbage roll casserole - in fact, I made it last night. I'm thinking you could make it veggie (my recipe uses ground meat - I've used beef or turkey) by leaving out the meat, sauteing onions, garlic with a few tsps of rice, worchestershire sauce, and tomatoes with juice (my recipe calls for evil cream of tomato soup - not sure on your take on that). Shred cabbage, place in the bottom of a casserole, pour sauce on top, top with some grated cheese and bake for maybe an hour until the cabbage is nice and soft. Might make a nice side to the sausages.

Maureen at 2:18PM on 10/03/08

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About: I am the single mother of two fur kids, Sophie and Lola, named for two of my favorite Italian actresses, Sophia Loren and Gina Lollobrigida. I love movies - drama, horror, mystery, animation - anything EXCEPT slashers.

Favorite foods: Mine: Roast pork loin adobo seasoned, prime rib, korean short ribs, macaroni and cheese, split pea soup, caldo de res, abodigas. Not mine: sashimi, any kind of Japanese food, dim sum, bread pudding which I consider the ultimate comfort food.

Last bite on earth: Med rare prime rib w/Yorkshire pudding, sauteed mushrooms, fluffy baked potato with the works. A slice of coconut cream pie, lemon cream cheese pie, or a light bread pudding with chantilly cream, French Market coffee. Yum