Poor Man's Cabbage

After a holiday season of decadence, expense and lots of hours in the kitchen, this is just what I needed to be reminded of the joy of everyday simplicity. Leftover mashed potatoes and a head of cabbage never tasted so satisfying.

3-4 cups leftover mashed potatoes or 2 lb. baking potatoes

3 T. olive oil

1 head of cabbage, shredded

2 onions, sliced

2 carrots, shredded

Salt and pepper

Reheat mashed potatoes with milk or boil 1 lb. of peeled potatoes in salted water, mash and then add milk and butter until creamy. Heat oil in large sauté pan over medium heat. Add onion and cabbage. Cook for 20 minutes stirring often to caramelize. Add carrots and cook for another 10 minutes or until soft. Add salt and pepper. Serve cabbage mixture on top of potatoes. Make it a full meal with a side of Southern Skillet Cornbread. 

BEV NOTE: A crisp pale ale or IPA adds a nice freshness to an otherwise savory meal.