Danish Christmas Red Cabbage

In Denmark it is traditional to serve a cooked pickled red cabbage for the Christmas Eve dinner. This is my grandmother's, and it is so easy to make and will be a great side dish to any roast duck, turkey or goose. When reheating, I like to add a tablespoon of black currant jam to enhance the flavor.

• Ready In: 1 hr 30 mins
• Serves: 12

Ingredients

• 1  small  head red cabbage, cored and shredded
• 2  cups white sugar
• 2  cups white vinegar
• 2  teaspoons salt
• 3  cups water

Directions

1. Place the cabbage in a large saucepan, and stir in the sugar, vinegar, salt and water. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer over medium heat for 1 hour. This can be served immediately, or chilled and reheated later in smaller portions.