Servings: 8+

Head of red cabbage Head of red cabbage
onion with whole cloves poked into holes onion with whole cloves poked into holes
duck or bacon fat duck or bacon fat
water water
salt salt
pepper pepper
sugar sugar
apple slices apple slices
vinegar (can be apple cider or white) vinegar (can be apple cider or white)

Shred Cabbage into thin slices
put all ingredients in a large pot or dutch oven: bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer for 30 to 45 minutes. Stir occasionally.
Remove onion before serving