Step 1

Heat a large, heavy bottomed (like cast iron) skillet over medium heat. Add diced bacon and cook until crisp; 8-10 minutes. Using a slotted spoon or spatula, transfer bacon to a paper towel lined plate to drain. Do not discard the bacon grease!

Step 2

To the bacon grease, add the chopped onion and cook until softened; 5-6 minutes.

Step 3

Add chopped cabbage, brown sugar and red pepper flakes to the pan, and cook until cabbage is softened. Stir in the bacon and cook until heated through.

Step 4

Stir in parsley and season with salt and pepper as desired.