Haluski

🌿 Ingredients

• 12 oz wide egg noodles
• 1 small head green cabbage, thinly sliced
• 1 large onion, thinly sliced
• 6 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: caraway seeds, crispy bacon, or kielbasa

👨‍🍳 Directions

1. 1
   Cook egg noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
2. 2
   In a large skillet or Dutch oven, melt 3 tablespoons of butter with olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and cook for 8–10 minutes until golden and caramelized.
3. 3
   Add sliced cabbage and remaining butter. Cook for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cabbage is tender and lightly golden.
4. 4
   Add drained noodles to the skillet. Toss everything together until well combined and coated in butter.
5. 5
   Season generously with salt and pepper. Serve hot!

🌿 Health Benefits

Cabbage is an excellent source of vitamins C and K, fiber, and antioxidants that support immune health and digestion. Egg noodles provide carbohydrates for energy and protein. This is a simple, satisfying dish that can be made lighter by reducing butter or adding more vegetables.

📚 History

Haluski is a traditional Eastern European dish with roots in Polish, Slovak, Ukrainian, and Czech cuisines. The name comes from the Slovak word for small dumplings, though the American version typically uses egg noodles. Eastern European immigrants brought haluski to the United States, where it became especially beloved in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania — a city with a large Eastern European immigrant community. Today it remains a beloved comfort food at church festivals and family gatherings.

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