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Crispy Bacon-Wrapped Cabbage Wedges with Irish Cheese

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A delicious and easy recipe featuring tender cabbage wedges wrapped in crispy bacon and topped with melted Irish cheddar cheese, perfect for snacks or sides.

Ingredients

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  • 1 medium green cabbage head, cut into 8 wedges
  • 8 thick-cut bacon slices
  • 1 cup shredded Irish cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (optional, for brushing)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Salt, lightly sprinkled
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Remove any tough or damaged outer leaves from the cabbage head. Cut it into 8 even wedges through the core, keeping the core intact.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, toss the cabbage wedges with olive oil, garlic powder, a light sprinkle of salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
  4. Wrap one slice of bacon snugly around each cabbage wedge, starting near the base and spiraling up slightly.
  5. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Place the bacon-wrapped wedges seam side down on the sheet.
  6. Roast in the oven for about 20 minutes, watching the bacon to ensure it crisps but does not burn.
  7. Remove the baking sheet and sprinkle about 1 cup of shredded Irish cheddar cheese evenly over the wedges.
  8. Return the sheet to the oven and bake for another 8-10 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden in spots.
  9. Remove from the oven and let cool for 3-5 minutes. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Notes

If bacon crisps too fast before cabbage softens, loosely cover wedges with foil and remove it in the last 10 minutes to finish crisping. Use thick-cut bacon for best results. Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent sogginess. Let wedges rest before serving to help cheese set and bacon stay crisp. Variations include vegetarian version without bacon, using smoked paprika, or swapping cheeses.

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Keywords: bacon wrapped cabbage, Irish cheese, crispy cabbage wedges, easy side dish, bacon snack, Irish cheddar recipe

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