Remove center core of cabbage and outer leaves discard outter core and leaves.

Slice cabbage long lengthwise

Heat frying skillet to medium high heat and add butter, bacon once all heated thru add cabbage and I season now with salt and pepper and little garlic (your preference with seasonings) and top with the water. Heat to a simmer

Reduce heat to low stir cabbage cover with lid stirring occasionally until cabbage is cooked to desired tenderness approximately 20 minutes