700 g (1 1/2 lb) white cabbage
5 ml (1 level tsp) caraway seeds
2.5 ml (1/2 level tsp) grated nutmeg
1 onion, skinned and chopped
30 ml (2 tbsp) chicken stock
15 g(1/2 oz) butter or margarine
salt and pepper
1 Cut the cabbage into quarters and wash it well. Remove the thick stem and shred the cabbage finely, using a sharp knife.
2 Place the cabbage in a large ovenproof serving dish with the caraway seeds, nutmeg, onion and stock. Three-quarters cover with cling film.
3 Microwave on HIGH for 10-12 minutes, stirring frequently, until the cabbage is cooked. Add the butter and the salt and pepper, toss well and serve.
Serves 6 as an accompaniment