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Grandmother's Polish Cabbage and Noodles

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"This is a Polish recipe that my grandmother made, and it is easy and delicious. Add more butter if needed. Use ham or kielbasa." — Debbie

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Original recipe makes 4 servings Change Servings

1/4 cup butter
1 head cabbage, cored and chopped
1 large onion, diced
1 (12 ounce) package farfalle (bow tie) pasta

2 tablespoons water
1 1/2 cups cooked ham, cut into bite-size pieces
2 pinches white sugar, or to taste

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Directions

Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat; cook and stir cabbage and onion until very tender, about 30 minutes.
Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Stir in bow tie pasta and return to a boil. Cook pasta until tender but still slightly firm, about 12 minutes. Drain well and set aside.
Stir water and cooked ham into cabbage mixture; heat through. Thoroughly mix in sugar.
Gently stir bow tie pasta into the ham and cabbage and heat through.

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PREP 15 mins
COOK 30 mins
READY IN 45 mins

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Mar 28, 2012

This is a milder dish, but still delicious! It was nice to have another way to use up the cabbage!! The ham makes it really good!!

—j.

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Nov 26, 2012

This recipe was pretty plain. Not enough flavor for as much cabbage as it calls for. Had to add about three times as much meat. Won't make again.

—MeloraLee

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8 Ratings

May 30, 2012

Nice variation on my Mom's (Austrian) pork and bowties. The only thing she did differently is use leftover pork roast, cubed, instead of ham. Your recipe is an awesome combo. Must have more often!!

—Chicklady

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Oct 18, 2012

I did not have bow tie pasta, I used equal amounts wide egg noodles. I also substituted TURKEY ham for only because I'm on a budget and the turkey ham was on sale. Right before serving, I sprinkled the dish with fresh ground pepper. The boys loved this dish--NO leftovers. NOTE: For those of you who are looking for a cheap and filling dish to stretch your food budget, this is the one for you.

—Sarah Jo

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Dec 19, 2012

This was just ok for me as written. I found it to be a little bland. I usually fry my cabbage in bacon grease for added flavor. I would definitely do that if I make this again. I really liked the addition of ham to the traditional cabbage and noodles.

—Carrie C.

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Nov 11, 2012

Family loved it. So easy & great leftovers.

—dideelea

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Nov 08, 2012

Wonderful base! It leaves plenty of room for additional veggies, meat and spices. I made mine with kielbasa, butter, cabbage, onion, garlic, garlic salt, chef seasoning, celery salt, white and black pepper, and egg noodles instead of bowties. The kids loved it and I will definately make this again.

—Paula

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Sep 04, 2012

A humble but very tasty dish for those who enjoy cabbage. Comforting, simple, and ready in just over a half hour.

—CooknKristine

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Nutrition

Calories
618 kcal
31%

Carbohydrates
82.3 g
27%

Cholesterol
59 mg
20%

Fat
23.1 g
36%

Fiber
10.9 g
43%

Protein
24.8 g
50%

Sodium
709 mg
28%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Grandmother's Polish Cabbage and Noodles

Serving Size: 1/4 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 618
Calories from Fat: 208

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 23.1g 36 %
Saturated Fat 11.2g 56 %
Cholesterol 59mg 20 %
Sodium 709mg 28 %
Potassium 873mg 24 %
Total Carbohydrates 82.3g 27 %
Dietary Fiber 10.9g 43 %
Protein 24.8g 50 %
Sugars 14.3g
Vitamin A 13 %
Vitamin C 214 %
Calcium 19 %
Iron 42 %
** Thiamin 48 %
Niacin 80 %
Vitamin B6 45 %
Magnesium 31 %
Folate 168 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.