Quarter, trim the cabbage, wash well and drain

Seasons lightly With salt and pepper

Place in a well-buttered pan suitable for placing in the oven

Add the peeled apples, cut in 1cm dice and sugsr

Add the vinegar and bacon(if using), cover with a buttered paper and lid

Cook in a moderate oven at 150-200 degrees for 1 1/2 hours

Remove the bacon (if used) and serve