Depression Era Cabbage and Noodles (Haluski)
A simple, hearty dish of cabbage and noodles, popular during the Great Depression for its affordability and filling nature. This version is a classic comfort food, easy to make with just a few ingredients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 1x
- Method: Main Dish
- Cuisine: Eastern European/American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head cabbage, cored and thinly sliced
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 1 stick (8 tablespoons) butter
- 1 pound egg noodles, cooked and drained
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste (optional)
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onion and cook until translucent.
- Add the sliced cabbage to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender and begins to caramelize, about 15–20 minutes. Add a splash of water if the pan becomes too dry.
- Add the cooked egg noodles to the skillet. Toss everything together until well combined and heated through. Adjust seasoning to taste and serve immediately.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of smoked paprika or a splash of apple cider vinegar. Leftovers reheat well and can be enjoyed as a quick meal the next day. This dish is easily made vegetarian, but adding cooked bacon or kielbasa is a common variation.
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 200
- Fat: 16
- Saturated Fat: 9
- Unsaturated Fat: 5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 6
- Protein: 8
- Cholesterol: 45
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