Smothered Fried Cabbage

Directions

1. 1
   Discard outer leaves of cabbage.
2. 2
   Cut cabbage coarsely; wash and drain.
3. 3
   Fry fat back in a heavy skillet over medium heat until crisp.
4. 4
   Remove fat back.
5. 5
   There should be enough fat in your skillet to fry cabbage; if not, add butter.
6. 6
   Turn heat up; put cabbage in skillet.
7. 7
   Cover; lower heat and steam (5 minutes). Remove lid and season with salt, pepper and other ingredients, including the ham.
8. 8
   Replace lid and cook additional 10 minutes.