Cabbage and Noodles Skillet

Ingredients: 

• 2 tablespoons butter or oil
• 4 cups shredded green cabbage
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 4 ounces cooked ham or bacon, chopped (optional)
• 8 ounces cooked egg noodles
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, or 1 teaspoon dried parsley, for garnish (optional)

Method: 

1. Heat butter or oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add cabbage, salt and pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender and lightly caramelized, about 8-10 minutes.
3. Stir in ham or bacon (if using), and cook until heated through, about 2-3 minutes.
4. Remove from heat and add noodles to skillet, gently tossing to combine.
5. Garnish with parsley (if using) and serve warm.