When selecting cabbage in the store, look for firm heavy heads. The heavier it is the more compact it will be. A pale green color with vibrant leaves wrapping around it are signs of a fresh head. Keep away from yellow wrapper leaves and brown stem butts. Round cabbage will be bright green and a more flattened Dutch cabbage will be mostly white with a green tinge. Both are great varieties and will make an excellent “American” St. Patrick’s Day Meal!