Ingredients

  • 5 lrg Shallots
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 Tbsp. Unsalted butter
  • 8 c. Chicken stock
  • 2 sm Pippin or possibly Granny Smith apple
  • 1/2 lb Bratwurst
  • 1/3 x Napa cabbage head
  • 1/2 tsp Caraway seeds Salt & pepper to taste

Method

  • 1.
  • Prepare ingredients: Peel and trim shallots and separate into sections.
  • Peel apples, cut into eighths, and core.
  • Cook bratwurst, halve lengthwise, and cut on the diagonal into 1/2-inch wide pcs.
  • Halve napa cabbage and shred.
  • 2.
  • In a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan, cook shallots in oil and butter over moderately high heat, stirring frequently, till browned, about 7 to 8 min.
  • Add in 2 c. stock and cook till nearly all the liquid has evaporated, about 17 to 18 min.
  • 3.
  • Add in apples and cook, stirring gently, for 1 minute.
  • Add in remaining 6 c. stock along with the bratwurst, cabbage and caraway seeds; cook till sausage is heated through and apples are tender, 7 to 8 min.
  • 4.
  • Season with salt and pepper and serve immediately.