Red Cabbage With Granny Smith Apples

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 1 garlic clove, crushed through a press
• 1 large head red cabbage (about 2 lbs.), finely shredded
• 2 medium Granny Smith or other tart green apples, quartered, cored and thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons tarragon wine vinegar
• 2 teaspoons sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Directions

In large nonreactive flameproof casserole, melt butter over moderately high heat. Add onion and saute until softened but not browned, 3 to 4 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 minute more.
Add cabbage and toss. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until cabbage wilts slightly, about 3 minutes.
Add apples, vinegar, sugar, mustard seeds, salt and pepper. Toss well and continue to cook, stirring often, until apples are tender, about 8 minuts.
Note: This recipe can be made up to 3 days in advance. Cover and refrigerate. Reheat before serving.
This piquant red cabbage with green apples is a classic combination that has a tart fruitiness.