Slovenian Halushka Noodles and Cabbage - Melania's Weakness?

egg noodles

🥗Healthier: whole wheat noodles

💰Cheaper: homemade pasta

Whole wheat noodles add fiber while homemade pasta can reduce costs.

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: smoked sausage

Turkey bacon has less fat while smoked sausage can be more affordable.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Greek yogurt offers a healthier option with similar creaminess.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil provides healthier fats while margarine can be less expensive.

Boil water in a large pot and add salt.

Cook egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente, then drain.

Chop cabbage and onion into bite-sized pieces.

Heat butter and vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat until melted.

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in chopped cabbage and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Add minced garlic and caraway seeds, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Combine the cooked noodles with the cabbage mixture in the skillet.

Season with salt and pepper to taste, mixing well to combine.

Crisp bacon in a separate pan until golden, then crumble over the noodles.

Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and a dollop of sour cream.

Cooking Techniques

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