Here’s a slightly more traditional, old-school Amish-style take—simple, buttery, and very comforting (no overcomplicating it):
🥬🍜 Amish Cabbage & Noodles (Classic Version)
Ingredients:
- 8 oz wide egg noodles
- 4 cups green cabbage, chopped
- 1 small onion, sliced or diced
- 5 tablespoons butter (yes, it’s meant to be rich)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Optional (but common in many homes):
- 4–5 slices bacon, chopped
🔥 Instructions:
1. Cook the noodles
Boil egg noodles in salted water until tender. Drain and set aside.
2. Cook the bacon (if using)
In a large skillet, cook bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside, leaving a bit of the drippings in the pan.
3. Sauté cabbage & onion
Add butter to the skillet. Toss in onion and cook until soft.
Add cabbage and cook over medium heat for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it softens and gets lightly golden.
4. Bring it together
Add the cooked noodles and bacon back into the skillet. Toss everything well so the noodles soak up that buttery flavor.
5. Season & serve
Season simply with salt and black pepper. Serve hot.
💡 The Amish touch:
- Very minimal seasoning—they rely on butter, cabbage, and slow cooking for flavor
- Slight caramelization = deeper taste
- Often served as a side dish with roast meat or chicken
If you want to level it up without losing the Amish feel, try:
- A splash of apple cider vinegar at the end
- Extra butter (seriously)
- Or a pinch of sugar to balance the cabbage
Want a full Amish dinner plate to go with this? I can build one for you.