Unstuffed Cabbage

This "deconstructed" roll cabbage brings you all the nostalgic, delicious flavors of the traditional dish but with much less fuss for a weekday meal. By roasting wedges of cabbage until they reach a smoky, caramelized sweetness and pairing them with a savory Aibiki (beef and pork) meat sauce, you can have a comforting dinner on the table in just 30 minutes. From culinary school secrets on preventing burnt garlic to the perfect blend of nutmeg and balsamic vinegar, this recipe is packed with "nice kicks" that make it the ultimate winter comfort food.