Boiled Cabbage
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Boiled Cabbage
Description
The Boiled Cabbage recipe features fresh cabbage quarters simmered with sliced bacon in water until tender. The process begins with cleaning the cabbage and trimming it into bite-sized pieces, then browning bacon in a pot to render its fat but not drained. Water is added along with the cabbage, and the mixture cooks uncovered until the cabbage softens enough to pierce with a fork.
This method allows the cabbage to absorb the smoky, salty flavor of the bacon, creating a rich yet mild tasting vegetable side. Seasoning with salt and freshly ground black pepper enhances the flavors without overwhelming the cabbage's natural sweetness. The texture is tender, making it easy to pair with a variety of meals.
This dish can be served as a simple side to complement meat or other protein dishes. Adding a chopped white onion during cooking is a suggested variation that introduces a subtle aromatic depth. The recipe’s flexibility and straightforward techniques suit home cooks seeking a familiar, comforting vegetable preparation.
Ingredients
- 3 pounds cabbage
- 1/4 pound Bacon
- 8 cups water
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper fresh ground
Instructions
- Wash cabbage and remove any wilted leaves.
- Use a heavy knife to quarter the cabbage.
- Cut out the core of the cabbage and slice the quarters into bite-sized pieces.
- Cut the bacon into ½ inch slices.
- Place bacon in a large pot and cook over medium-high heat until the bacon browns. Do not drain the bacon.
- Add the water to the pot.
- Add the cut cabbage to the pot.
- Cook uncovered until the cabbage pieces can be pierced with a fork.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Notes
- Adding a chopped white onion to the cabbage while cooking brings additional flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 136 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 136kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 13g | 4% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 12mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 958mg | 40% |
| Potassium | 423mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 222IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 83mg | 92% |
| Calcium | 101mg | 10% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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