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Fried Irish Cabbage with Bacon

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"Cabbage fried in bacon grease with bacon." — cmarten

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1 (12 ounce) package bacon
1/4 cup bacon drippings

1 small head cabbage, cored and finely chopped
ground black pepper to taste

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Directions

Cook bacon in a deep skillet over medium heat until crisp, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove bacon from skillet and drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Reserve 1/4 cup drippings in skillet.
Cook and stir cabbage in hot bacon drippings over medium heat until cabbage wilts, 5 to 7 minutes.
Crumble bacon over cabbage. Stir and simmer until bacon is warmed, 2 to 3 minutes. Season with black pepper.

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PREP 10 mins
COOK 15 mins
READY IN 25 mins

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Mar 20, 2012

I live in the South and this recipe is a staple in all households. There is nothing better if you like cabbage. Thanks for sharing.

—GammiP

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Mar 23, 2012

I love this recipe but I put onion and green peppers in the bacon drippings until they soften and then add the cabbage.

—kiamommy

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Mar 23, 2012

This is soooo good! I add about a tsp of brown sugar to help caramelize the cabbage but still retain it's crisp/tender qualities. Brussel sprouts are TDF prepared like this. I half them, steam them for a short time then throw them in the skillet. My future daughter in law says, "I now like brussel sprouts!"

—Dahling 2

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Mar 23, 2012

I've been making this for years..I shred the cabbage instead of chopping it cooks more evenly. BIG TIP: you can also use pre-shredded cabbage from the grocery store, which makes it fast and easy. I add whatever I have avail. onion red or yellow, celery chopped finely. I also have prefried bacon in my freezer which is very convenient. And I keep the bacon grease in the refrigerator for seasoning other dishes. My husband loves this dish. And even if you don't like cabbage, you may want to try this, it just might change your mind on cabbage.

—swishersweet

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Mar 23, 2012

My grandmother used to make this for our Sunday dinners, so when I used this recipe, it sure brought back some pleasant memories! Thanks!

—Mamaw

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Mar 23, 2012

We make this adding onions and noodles boiled in chicken broth, Very good!!!!

—Lana

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Mar 23, 2012

My mom was from the south, we also ate this all the time. She later added tomatoes and we ate this over rice. Brings back plenty of memories.

—TERIM133

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Jul 14, 2012

I added 2 tablespoon dijan mustard and 1 tablespoon sugar.

—Rick

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Nutrition

Calories
220 kcal
11%

Carbohydrates
7.3 g
2%

Cholesterol
30 mg
10%

Fat
17.8 g
27%

Fiber
3 g
12%

Protein
8.5 g
17%

Sodium
468 mg
19%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Fried Irish Cabbage with Bacon

Serving Size: 1/6 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 6
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 220
Calories from Fat: 160

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 17.8g 27 %
Saturated Fat 6.5g 32 %
Cholesterol 30mg 10 %
Sodium 468mg 19 %
Potassium 310mg 9 %
Total Carbohydrates 7.3g 2 %
Dietary Fiber 3g 12 %
Protein 8.5g 17 %
Sugars 3.8g
Vitamin A 2 %
Vitamin C 73 %
Calcium 6 %
Iron 9 %
** Thiamin 19 %
Niacin 27 %
Vitamin B6 13 %
Magnesium 7 %
Folate 29 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.