1 lg. head of cabbage, firm
3 tbsp. sugar
3 tbsp. butter
1/2 c. water
Salt to taste
Pepper to taste
2 lbs. country style spareribs

Remove outer leaves and core cabbage. Shred cabbage coarsely. In a large saucepan, brown the sugar until caramel colored; do not let it scorch. Add butter, and stir constantly over low heat for about 4 minutes. Add shredded cabbage. Stir and mix with a wooden spoon to brown cabbage. Add water, mix, cover tightly and simmer for about 1 hour. Stir occasionally. Season with salt and pepper.

Add spareribs and a little more water if needed to prevent sticking. Stir a few times and cook until meat is tender, about 1 more hour. Serves 4.