German Sweet & Sour Cabbage

I grew up on this. This is my mother's recipe, and it has been a "requested" dish at every family party and picnic.

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 5  cups  shredded red cabbage
• 4  slices bacon
• 2  tablespoons brown sugar
• 2  tablespoons flour
• 1⁄2 cup water
• 1⁄3 cup cider vinegar
•  salt and pepper
• 1  small onion, chopped

Directions

1. Cook cabbage in water for 8-10 minutes; drain.
2. Fry bacon and remove from pan; Add onion and saute until limp, 3-5 minutes.
3. Add sugar and flour to bacon fat; blend until smooth.
4. Add water, vinegar, and seasonings; cook until thick.
5. Add diced bacon, and cabbage.
6. Heat through.
7. If bland, add more salt, sugar, or vinegar, whichever is needed.