Potato Cabbage Soup

Directions

1. 1
   Chop cabbage into small pieces.
2. 2
   Chop bacon into 1-inch pieces and fry until crisp.
3. 3
   Drain off fat; reserve 1 tablespoon.
4. 4
   Place reserved fat in saucepan.
5. 5
   Add vegetables, seasonings and water. Cover and heat to a boil over medium heat.
6. 6
   Reduce heat; simmer 15 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
7. 7
   Stir flour into evaporated milk.
8. 8
   Gradually add evaporated milk-flour mixture to vegetables. Stir constantly.
9. 9
   Add butter.
10. 10
    Cook until slightly thickened. Makes 5 1/2 cups.