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Irish Cabbage with Bacon and Butter

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PREP TIME
5 min
COOKING TIME
20 min
TOTAL TIME
25 min
SERVINGS
4 servings
Irish
Irish Cabbage with Bacon and Butter
Ingredients
  • 1 medium head cabbage, cored and cut into wedges
  • 2 slices Irish bacon, diced
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
  • 2 cups water
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup red wine vinegar
Instructions
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Start by placing the cabbage into a large cooking vessel, then add water and bring it to a rolling boil. Allow the mixture to simmer gently over low heat for 10-15 minutes, or until it reaches your desired level of tenderness
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In a separate cooking vessel, cook the bacon over high heat, stirring occasionally, until it's evenly browned on all sides, taking around 8 minutes
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While the cabbage is cooking, prepare the oven by setting a rack about 6 inches above the heating element and preheating the broiler to its highest temperature
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Once the cabbage has finished cooking, drain it and transfer it to a baking dish. Add a drizzle of melted butter, sprinkle with crumbled bacon and a pinch of nutmeg, then place the dish under the preheated broiler. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the top layer is lightly browned
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Serve the dish hot, seasoned with salt, pepper and a splash of vinegar to taste