Ingredients for Emeril's Favorite Cabbage
- 6 slices bacon, diced
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Cayenne Pepper
- Pepper
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 medium head of cabbage (about 2 pounds), cored and thinly sliced
- Dark Beer
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How to Make Emeril's Favorite Cabbage
- Dice the bacon and cook in a large, heavy pot or Dutch oven over medium heat until browned and slightly crispy (about 5-7 minutes). Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, reserving about 2 tablespoons of bacon grease in the pot.
- Add the thinly sliced onions to the pot along with the salt, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and brown sugar. Stir to combine.
- Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the sliced cabbage and stir to coat with the onion mixture.
- Cook, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage begins to wilt and soften slightly (3-4 minutes).
- Reduce heat to medium-low, pour in the beer, and stir well to combine.
- Add the cooked bacon back to the pot.
- Add the bay leaves. Cover the pot and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 1 hour, or until the cabbage is tender and flavorful.
- Remove the bay leaves before serving.
- Remove from heat and serve warm. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
26 g
Sugar
31g
Fat
21g
Carbs
5g
