Creamed Cabbage With Walnuts - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 head cabbage, shredded (7-8 cups)
1 small onion, diced (optional)
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups milk
1/2 cup walnuts
1 cup swiss cheese, shredded
1/4 cup soft breadcrumbs

Preparation

Cook cabbage in 1 quart. of boiling water with 1 t. salt for 7-8 minutes. (Include onion, if using).
In separate pan, melt butter over medium heat.
Remove from heat; blend in cornstarch, salt and pepper.
Gradually blend in milk; cook over medium heat stirring constantly until thick and comes to a boil.
Drain cabbage well.
Arrange layers of cabbage, walnuts, sauce and cheese in layers in greased 1 1/2-2 quart casserole, ending with layer of cheese.
You can also add a cup of diced corned beef or pastrami for a wonderful change.
Bake at 450F 15-20 minutes.