Buttered Cabbage

Method

• step 1

  Remove all the tough outer leaves from the cabbage. Cut the cabbage into four, remove the stalk and then cut each quarter into fine shreds, working across the grain.

• step 2

  Put 2 or 3 tablespoons of water into a wide saucepan, together with the butter and a pinch of salt.

• step 3

  Bring to a boil, add the cabbage and toss over a high heat, then cover the saucepan and cook for a few minutes. Toss again and add some salt, freshly ground pepper and the knob of butter.