---
title: Bacon and Cabbage
servings: 6
prep time: 15 minutes
cook time: 90 minutes
source: https://mycibora.com/recipes/bacon-and-cabbage
---

Gather @bay leaf{2%leaf}, @black pepper{1%tsp}, @all-purpose flour{30%g}, @whole milk{400%ml} and @fresh parsley{1%bunch}.

Place the @bacon joint{1.2%kg} in a large pot, cover with cold water, bring to a boil, then drain and discard the water.

Return the joint to the pot with fresh water to cover, the @onion{1}, @carrot{3}, bay leaves and peppercorns; simmer gently, covered, for 1 hour. ~{1%hours}

Add the @cabbage{800%g} wedges to the pot for the final 12–15 minutes so they cook in the bacon broth. ~{14%minutes}

Meanwhile melt the @butter{40%g}, whisk in the flour, cook 1 minute, then gradually whisk in the milk to a smooth sauce; simmer 5 minutes. ~{5%minutes}

Stir a ladle of the bacon broth into the sauce, then fold in the chopped parsley.

Lift out the bacon and rest 5 minutes before carving into thick slices. ~{5%minutes}

Serve the bacon and cabbage napped with parsley sauce, with boiled potatoes alongside.