Cabbage Patch Stew Recipe

Cabbage Patch Stew

Original Recipe: Diabetes Self Management magazine – Spring 2023

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 Tbsp olive oil
• 3 Tbsp. bacon bits
• 1 tsp minced garlic
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 Tbsp flour
• 3 cans (14.5oz each) chicken broth
• ½ medium head red cabbage, shredded
• 1 cup diced carrots
• ½ c finely chopped celery
• 2 tsp dried parsley
• ¼ tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp red pepper flakes
• ½ c frozen green peas
• ½ c reduced-fat sour cream

DIRECTIONS:

1. Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat.
2. Add bacon pieces, garlic, onion and cook, stirring frequently, until onion is tender (3-4 minutes). Add a few drops of water if the mixture begins to stick.
3. Stir in flour, add chicken broth, and bring to a boil.
4. Stir in cabbage, carrots, celery, parsley, salt, and pepper flakes. Return to a boil and cover. Reduce heat to low-medium, and simmer for 20 min.
5. Stir in frozen peas and sour cream, heat through, and serve right away.