Bubble and squeak is a great way to use leftovers and get the kids to eat cabbage! It is an easy side dish to make with leftover potatoes, ham, and any greens. I recommend using a good nonstick pan. Top with a fried egg for brunch if preferred. Tastes great with ketchup.
Ingredients
- medium head cabbage: 0.5 piece (sliced)
- slices bacon: 3 piece (diced)
- onion: 1 piece (sliced)
- cooked ham: 1 cup (cubed)
- butter: 1 Tbsp
- potatoes - baked, cooled and: 3 cups (sliced)
- paprika: 0.5 tsp
- salt and pepper: (to taste)
Metric Conversion
Stages of cooking
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Cook cabbage in a medium saucepan with a small amount of water until tender, about 3 to 5 minutes. Drain, and set aside.
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Cook bacon and onion in a well-seasoned cast iron skillet until onion is soft and bacon is cooked, about 5 minutes.
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Add ham, and cook until heated through. Add butter, then mix in cooked cabbage and potatoes; season with paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned on the bottom, turn, and brown again.