A quick and simple veggie side. The original called for 6 Tbsp. of bacon fat. I made it with four and found it a little greasy for my taste. I've reduced the fat further in this version, calling for only 3 Tbsp. Feel free to adjust according to your taste.

Added a bit of fried pepperoni in place of bacon.

Cabbage & Bacon

Slightly adapted from The Spruce Eats

Ingredients

• 450g streaky (side) bacon, coarsely chopped
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 carrot, chopped
• 1 small head of cabbage, shredded (or 1 bag of coleslaw mix)
• salt & pepper, to taste
• 1 Tbsp. apple cider vinegar
• 1 tsp. celery seeds

Directions

1. Fry bacon until crisp.
2. Remove bacon from pan.
3. Remove all but 2 Tbsp. of the bacon fat from the pan.
4. Add onion and carrot and cook until softened.
5. Add 1 more Tbsp. of bacon fat along with cabbage and cook until softened/wilted.
6. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
7. Remove from heat and stir in vinegar, celery seeds, and bacon pieces.
8. Serve warm.