SWEET AND SOUR RED CABBAGE

1 head shredded red cabbage
3 washed, cored, pared, chopped apples
1/2 cup firmly paked brown sugar
3/4 tsp allspice
4 whole cloves
1/2 cup vinegar
1/4 cup butter

Toss all (but vinegar and butter) in large pot, add water to just cover. Cover pot loosely and bring to boil. Boil over moderate heat til cabbage and apples are tender (8-12 min). Remove from heat, drain and toss with vinegar and butter.