Fried Cabbage with Onions and Bacon

Fried Cabbage with Onions and Bacon

Fried Cabbage with Onions and Bacon is a simple eight-ingredient recipe that brings cabbage, onions, and bacon together in perfect harmony.

Ingredients:

• 1 Head of cabbage, chopped
• 1 Onion, chopped
• 2 tsp. Minced garlic
• 5 Strips of bacon, cooked and crumbled
• Reserved bacon grease
• ½ tsp. Onion powder
• ½ tsp. Garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

How to Make Fried Cabbage with Onions and Bacon:

1. Cook the bacon: Cook the bacon in a skillet until crispy. Remove from the skillet and set aside to cool. Reserve the bacon grease.
2. Cook the onion: Place the reserved bacon grease in a deep-sided pot or skillet, and cook the chopped onion over medium heat until it is softened.
3. Add garlic: Add the minced garlic to the pot and sauté for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Add cabbage: Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the chopped cabbage to the pot. Stir well and then cover. Let it simmer until the cabbage has softened, stirring occasionally.
5. Season: Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to taste. Sauté for another 2-3 minutes.
6. Add bacon: Add the crumbled bacon to the top of the cabbage mixture. Stir to combine and serve hot.

Weight Watchers Points:

For Weight Watchers, the points can vary based on the plan and serving size. Here is a rough estimate:

• Bacon: 5 strips of cooked bacon are approximately 8 points.
• Bacon grease: Points can vary, but approximately 2-3 points for the amount used in cooking.
• Cabbage, onions, garlic, and seasonings: Generally, these are 0 points.
• Total estimated points for the entire recipe: Around 10-11 points.

Note: To get the most accurate points, it is recommended to use the Weight Watchers app or website to input the specific ingredients and quantities you are using.