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Braised Cabbage and Carrots
Recipe courtesy The Neely's
Show:  Down Home with the Neelys
Episode:  Courting Pat (The Foods that Help Gina win Pat's Heart)
Braised Cabbage and Carrots
1 large head (about 3 pounds) green cabbage
4 slices extra-thick bacon, cut into 1-inch squares
1 cup water
2 tablespoons Smash Seasoning, recipe follows
1 (10-ounce) bag baby carrots
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Core cabbage and chop into 2-inch pieces. Clean thoroughly and let drain.

In a large pot over medium heat, cook bacon halfway through. Cook's Note: It will release its fat and be lightly browned, but still moist.

Add the cabbage, water and Smash Seasoning. Cover and reduce to a simmer and steam 2 hours, stirring every 15 minutes. Drain water from pot and add carrots. Cover and simmer another 15 minutes, until carrots are tender. Add salt and pepper, to taste.

Smash Seasoning:
1 teaspoon cayenne
1 teaspoon celery seed
1/2 tablespoon lemon pepper
1 tablespoon garlic powder

Mix ingredients thoroughly and keep in a tightly sealed container for up to 6 months.

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Recipe Summary
Difficulty: Easy
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
Yield: 4 to 6 servings

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