3/4 head red cabbage, shredded or finely cut up
1 onion, chopped
1 tart apple, chopped
1 tsp. salt or to taste
1 to 1 1/2 c. water
1 tbsp. sugar
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 bay leaf
1/4 c. vinegar
2 whole cloves
Pepper to taste

Combine all ingredients in large pan. Cook for 45 to 60 minutes or until tender. Mash by hand with mashed potatoes or serve along side. Good with Polish sausage or pork chops.