Definitions for "Savoy cabbage"
Keywords:  cabbage, crinkly, finest, chop, mild
One of the best cooking cabbages, Savoy cabbage has distinctive wrinkled leaves and a loose head. It is a dark green colour and a mild flavour. Uses: As an accompanying vegetable. The large leaves can also be stuffed with a savoury filling and baked. To store: Store in a dry, cool place or in the fridge for up to 4 days. To prepare: Remove any wilted or discoloured leaves and chop the cabbage into quarters. Cut the tough stalk away and then slice, rinse thoroughly before use.
A winter ball type cabbage with dark green crinkly leaves surrounding a tight ball of similar but light green leaves. Excellent boiled, braised or steamed, then wrung out, chopped, buttered, seasoned and reheated. The finest cabbage commonly available.
cabbage plant with a compact head of crinkled leaves