Braised Red Cabbage

Directions

1. 1
   Cook bacon in a large pot over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until fat renders and bacon is crist, about 8 minutes.
2. 2
   Add onion, and cook, stirring occasionally, until transluscent, about 3 minutes.
3. 3
   Add cabbage, wine, water sugar, and 1 1/2 tsp salt (I used no salt), stir to combine.
4. 4
   Raise heat to medium-high, cover and cook 5 minutes.
5. 5
   Reduce heat to medium-low, and continue to cook, covered, stirring occasionally, 30 minutes.
6. 6
   Stir apple into cabbage, cover and cook until cabbage and apples are tender, 25 to 35 minutes.
7. 7
   Season with pepper.
8. 8
   This can be made ahead - cool completely before refrigerating, reheat covered over medium heat.