Step 1

Remove outer leaves from cabbage, then cut into quarters. Remove stem and roughly dice. Wash to remove any debris, then drain well.

Step 2

Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add bacon and cook until browned.

Step 3

Add cabbage and stir to coat in fat, then increase heat to medium-high. Once pan is sizzling hot, add salt and cumin (if using), then deglaze with your liquid of choice. Stir well, scraping any browned bits off the bottom of the pan.

Step 4

Reduce heat to medium and cook cabbage for 15-20 minutes, until tender. Stir a few times, adding more liquid as needed (cabbage should caramelize and brown lightly, so do not add too much liquid - but don't let the pan completely dry out either, else the cabbage will burn).

Step 5

Once cabbage is tender, check for seasoning and serve hot.