Step 1

Place the bacon in a large pot, adding enough water so that it is properly covered.

Step 2

Bring it to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 3

If the bacon is too salty, you will see white froth forming on the surface of the water. If that is the case, discard the water and start again.

Step 4

Repeat the process until there is no froth on the water’s surface.

Step 5

Cover the pot and let it simmer for about 1 hour until the bacon is almost cooked through.

Step 6

Meanwhile, slice the cabbage into thin shreds and rinse with cold water if necessary.

Step 7

Add the cabbage to the pot with the bacon and let it cook for 20 more minutes.

Step 8

Remove the bacon from the pot, strain the cabbage, and transfer both to a serving plate.

Step 9

Add butter and season with pepper.

Step 10

Serve the bacon and cabbage with parsley sauce and potatoes.