Braised Red Cabbage (Choux Rouges Braisés)

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350F degrees (175C degrees).

Step 2

Shred cabbage.

Step 3

Heat butter in a 2-quart oven-proof casserole with lid. Stir in onion. Saute until soft but not browned.

Step 4

Add sugar. Cook, stirring constantly, until sugar caramelizes.

Step 5

Add shredded cabbage and vinegar; stir thoroughly. Add red wine, salt, and pepper.

Step 6

Cover and bake 45 to 55 minutes until cabbage is very tender, stirring once or twice.

Step 7

Remove lid toward end of cooking time if cabbage is very moist.

Step 8

Taste for seasoning, adding a little more sugar or vinegar if necessary.

Step 9

Serve hot.