Cabbage Comforts: Cozy Skillets, Soups, and Suppers From a Humble Head of Cabbage American Classics Book

Cabbage doesn’t have to be a last-minute side dish you shred into coleslaw and forget about. In Cabbage Comforts: Cozy Skillets, Soups, and Suppers from a Humble Head of Cabbage, home cook Sylvia Hargrove shows you how one simple head of cabbage can turn into hearty skillet dinners, big pots of soup, freezer-friendly casseroles, and slow cooker meals that feed you all week.If you’re watching your grocery bill but still want real comfort food, this book is for you. These are practical, down-to-earth recipes built from cabbage, pantry staples, and whatever meat (or beans) you’ve got handy. Nothing fancy, nothing fussy—just cozy, filling food that feels like home.Inside, you’ll find 60 cabbage-focused recipes, including:Easy weeknight skillet suppers with ground beef, sausage, or chickenSoups and stews loaded with cabbage, potatoes, beans, and barleyOven-ready bakes and casseroles that make the most of your oven timeSunday-style skillets and roasts with cabbage tucked under or around the meatCrisp slaws and fresh salads to balance out rich platesBeans, grains & meatless bowls that still feel hearty and satisfyingSimple sides that go with just about any roast, chop, or pan of chickenSlow cooker and big-batch suppers perfect for busy weeks and freezer stashesThink dishes like:Weeknight Beef & Cabbage Skillet you can get on the table fastLazy Day Cabbage Roll Casserole (no rolling required)Cabbage, Lentil & Tomato Stew with Crusty BreadCheesy Cabbage & Brown Rice Stuffed PeppersSkillet Cabbage with Bacon, Apples & OnionsSlow Cooker Cabbage Roll Soup, Big-Pot Sausage, Cabbage & Potato Supper, and moreEvery recipe is designed for real-life kitchens and includes:Plain-language instructions and approachable ingredient listsTools you actually own (skillet, Dutch oven, baking sheet, slow cooker)Imperial and metric measurements side by sideSylvia’s Stove-Side Tip with swaps, make-ahead ideas, or serving suggestionsA short Cabbage Health Spotlight so you know what each dish is bringing to the tableApproximate nutrition per serving, so you can plan your plate with confidenceYou’ll also get a helpful set of appendices, including:Cabbage 101 – how to buy, store, trim, and cut cabbage without wrestling itTools & techniques for sautéing, braising, roasting, and slow cooking cabbageMeasurement & conversion guides so you can cook comfortably in cups or gramsA make-ahead, storage & freezer guide so you know exactly what to keep and how long it will lastWhether you’re cooking for one, feeding a family, or stocking the freezer between long stretches at work, Cabbage Comforts gives you reliable, repeatable meals built around one of the most budget-friendly vegetables in the grocery store.If you’re ready to turn a humble head of cabbage into cozy skillets, soup pots, and weeknight suppers you’ll actually look forward to, add this book to your cart and start cooking tonight.