Step 1

Remove the first outer layer of leaves from the cabbage and discard.

Step 2

Rinse the head of cabbage well under cold running water.

Step 3

Carefully slice the cabbage in half, then into quarters.

Step 4

Slice each quarter again, the long way, then cut each wedge into bite sized pieces.

Step 5

Place your skillet over Medium heat on your stove top.

Step 6

Add the butter.

Step 7

Add the bacon grease.

Step 8

Add the cabbage.

Step 9

Stir the cabbage as it cooks down to fully coat the pieces in the butter.

Step 10

Add the salt.

Step 11

Add the black pepper.

Step 12

Add the sugar.

Step 13

Continue to stir and cook, uncovered, until the cabbage is tender.

Step 14

Serve while warm, topped with bacon bits if you desire.

Step 15

Enjoy!