Caramelized Cabbage Pasta
Caramelized Cabbage Pasta is a comforting and flavorful dish that elevates simple ingredients into a delightful culinary experience. With tender, caramelized cabbage mingling with your choice of pasta, this recipe offers a sweet and savory sauce that will redefine your weeknight dinners. Perfect for family meals or impressing guests, each bite is a warm hug for your taste buds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces fettuccine or pasta of choice
- 2 cups green or Savoy cabbage, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced cabbage and sauté for 10-15 minutes until tender and caramelized.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute. Season with salt and pepper.
- While the cabbage cooks, boil salted water in a pot and cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the cabbage in the skillet. Gradually add vegetable broth while stirring to combine.
- Remove from heat and mix in Parmesan cheese until creamy. If needed, add reserved pasta water to achieve desired consistency.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra cheese or fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 63g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: For added texture, consider tossing in roasted nuts or proteins like chicken or chickpeas. Feel free to experiment with spices or herbs to create your signature flavor profile.