Swedish Meatballs!

This was a great meal.  Swedish meatballs, mashed potatoes and braised red cabbage.  The recipe for the swedish meatballs came from "Bon Appetit" magazine.  I was looking through the latest issue and it just appealed to me.  It was an amazing comfort food meal.  Here is the recipe for the meatballs. Bon Appetit swedish meatballs recipe

Mashed potatoes are always good!  I peeled 6 large white potatoes and cut into cubes and boil into plenty of salted water.  When the potatoes are tender when you insert a fork then drain the potatoes and put in a large bowl.  Add 2-3 tablespoons of butter and I use heavy cream.  Julia Child always said,"If you are afraid of butter use cream."  I'm not afraid of either so I use both.  Use an electric hand mixer to whip the potatoes.  Add salt and pepper to taste.  Chopped scallions are a great finish for mashed potatoes.

For the braised cabbage you will need a small head of red cabbage.  Cut the cabbage in half and cut out the core.  Slice the halves in about 3/4 inch strips.  In a large stainless steel skillet with a lid melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.  Add the cabbage and salt and pepper.  Cover and cook until tender.  You will need to stir several times.

Plate and sprinkle with chopped scallions and serve.  Enjoy!