Preparation

• Heat 2 Tbs. of the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and a pinch of salt, and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 3 minutes. Add the cabbage and apple, and cook, tossing occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the butter, beer, jelly, vinegar, cloves, 1 tsp. salt, and a couple of grinds of pepper. cover and cook until the cabbage is tender, about 10 minutes.
• Meanwhile, heat the remaining 1 Tbs. oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the sausages and cook, turning occasionally, until browned and heated through, 6 to 8 minutes. Serve the cabbage with the sausages and some mustard on the side, if you like.