Step 1

Microwave potatoes one at a time until slightly cooked about 7 to 8 minutes at 600 watts. Let rest for a few minutes until easy to touch. Remove the skin and cut into medium pieces, and set aside.

Step 2

In a large pot set over medium low heat, gradually cook bacon, rendering the fat until crispy. Remove bacon from the pot and set aside. Leave about 2 tablespoons worth of fat in the pot, removing the excess.

Step 3

Sauté onions and carrots until softened and you can smell the fragrance of the onions, about 5 to 7 minutes, stirring to evenly cook the vegetables.

Step 4

Add in chicken stock, bay leaf, cabbage, diced potatoes, and cooked bacon.

Step 5

Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, cooking until the potatoes and cabbage are softened, about 20 to 25 minutes.

Step 6

Season with salt and pepper, remove bay leaf, and garnish with parsley.

Step 7

Serve and enjoy!