Fried Cabbage with Bacon

Ingredients

• 8 slices bacon, chopped (about 8 oz)
• 1 medium head cabbage (about 2 pounds), cored and chopped into 1-inch pieces
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (optional, for tanginess)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)