INGREDIENTS
2 T olive oil
2 c finely sliced leek,
white and light green
2 T unsalted butter
8 c finely sliced strips
savoy/green cabbage
1/4 c water or broth
4 ounces romano,
finely grated, divided
1 t freshly ground
coarse black pepper
1/2 t finely ground
white pepper
1/2 t red pepper
flakes (optional)
DIRECTIONS
In a large lidded pot,
heat olive oil over
medium heat.
Stir in
leeks, cover and
cook until limp.
Add butter and once
it melts, stir in cabbage.
Cover and
cook over low heat,
stirring occasionally,
until cabbage is very
tender and as limp as
a cooked noodle.
Add water and half
the grated Romano.
Stir vigorously with a
wooden spoon until
creamy.
Stir in remaining
cheese and
peppers and stir
again. Serve hot.