Cabbage With Cheese Sauce and Bacon
Cabbage wedges with cheese sauce and bacon are the ultimate comfort food side dish. Creamy, savory, and smoky, they’re easy enough for a weeknight yet special enough for a holiday meal.
Tip: For the best flavor, use a sharp, flavorful cheese like Gruyère or extra-sharp cheddar.
Ingredients
- 1 medium head green cabbage
- 4 to 6 strips bacon
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 4 ounces 1 cup shredded cheese (e.g., sharp cheddar)
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Cabbage: Slice the cabbage into 6 wedges and place them in a large saucepan with about 1 cup of water and 1/2 teaspoon of kosher salt. Cover the pan and cook over medium heat until the cabbage is tender, or about 10 minutes.
- Fry the Bacon: Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crisp. Remove the bacon to paper towels to drain. Pour off all but 1 tablespoon of the bacon drippings.
- Make the Cheese Sauce: Add 3 tablespoons of butter to the skillet with the bacon drippings. When the butter has melted, add the flour. Cook for about 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Gradually add the milk to the roux and continue cooking until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency. Stir in the cheese and add the salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve: Arrange the drained cabbage wedges on a serving platter. Spoon the cheese sauce over the cabbage. Crumble the bacon and sprinkle it over the cabbage.
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