German Cabbage and Dumplings

This dish is so simple but WOW does it satisfy. Let me walk you through it:

  • Sauté onions in butter until caramelized
  • Add cabbage, stock and seasonings and let simmer
  • Add in the cooked dumplings and heat through

That’s it! The results are totally soul warming.

Girls, I hope you’ll give this a try soon. It’s the perfect meal for chilly nights when you crave a taste of history. Let me know if it fills you up with that old world comfort like it does me! Stay cozy!

Ingredients

  • For the Dumplings:
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp dried thyme or parsley
  • 3/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder optional
  • 1/4 tsp baking soda optional
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1-3 Tbsp milk if needed
  • For the Cabbage:
  • 4 Tbsp unsalted butter divided
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 1 medium head cabbage chopped
  • 1/4 cup vegetable or chicken stock
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  • Make dumplings: Mix together flour, thyme, pepper, salt, baking powder/soda if using.
  • Make a well and add beaten eggs. Mix into a stiff dough, adding milk if needed.
  • Bring a pot of salted water to boil. Use a spoon dipped in hot water to scoop tablespoon sized dumplings. Drop into boiling water.
  • Once dumplings float, they are done. Remove with slotted spoon.
  • Make cabbage: Sauté onion in 2 Tbsp butter until softened, about 8-10 mins.
  • Add remaining butter, cabbage, stock, garlic powder and season with salt and pepper. Cover and simmer until cabbage is tender.
  • Add dumplings to cabbage and gently toss to combine.
  • Garnish with parsley. Season with more salt and pepper if desired.
  • Enjoy this hearty and comforting stew!

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