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SOUTHERN FRIED CABBAGE

Southern Fried Cabbage

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A classic Southern dish of tender cabbage, savory bacon, onions, and mushrooms cooked to perfection with flavorful seasonings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • - 1 pound bacon
  • - 1 large head cabbage chopped
  • - 1 large onion chopped
  • - 1 8 oz package sliced fresh mushrooms
  • - Salt and ground black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Paper towels
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon on paper towels; crumble when cooled. Reserve 3 tablespoons of bacon drippings in skillet.
  2. Cook and stir cabbage, onion, and mushrooms in the remaining bacon drippings until tender and lightly browned, about 20 minutes.
  3. Fold bacon into cabbage mixture. Season with salt and black pepper.

Notes

- Adjust seasoning to taste preference, adding more salt and pepper if desired.
- Serve as a hearty side dish alongside fried chicken or pork chops for a comforting Southern meal.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated for a tasty meal prep option.
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