Irish Peas and Cabbage Scottish Style

A bit of a twist from a Food Network recipe

• Ready In: 25 mins
• Serves: 4-6
• Yields: 6 cups

Ingredients

• 2  cups  frozen peas
• 1⁄2 head green cabbage, shredded and washed
• 10  slices bacon, diced
• 1⁄4 cup  chopped sweet onion
• 1  tablespoon butter
• 1  tablespoon olive oil
• 2  tablespoons chicken broth
•  salt and pepper

Directions

1. In a deep frying pan, heat 1 TBSP olive oil over medium heat.
2. Meanwhile, boil a small pot of water, and blanche peas (cook for 2 minutes).
3. Add bacon, cook until just browned.
4. Add onions, and cook until they just start to change color, about 5 minutes.
5. Add cabbage and peas, stir well.
6. Add butter and chicken broth, stir and cover.
7. Lower heat to low-medium and let simmer for 5-10 minutes.