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A savory Southern slow cooker cabbage recipe made with smoky bacon, onion, garlic, and apple cider vinegar. A comforting low-carb side dish perfect for family dinners and holiday meals.

Slow Cooker Braised Cabbage and Bacon

A savory Southern slow cooker cabbage recipe made with smoky bacon, onion, garlic, and apple cider vinegar. A comforting low-carb side dish perfect for family dinners and holiday meals.
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Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 head cabbage
  • 6 slices bacon
  • 1 onion
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp butter

Method
 

  1. Brown bacon.
  2. Sauté onion and garlic.
  3. Add all ingredients to slow cooker.
  4. Cook LOW 6–7 hours.
  5. Stir in butter.
  6. Serve warm.

Notes

This easy slow cooker cabbage recipe is ideal for low-carb meal plans, holiday side dishes, and budget-friendly family dinners. For best flavor, cook bacon before adding to slow cooker.