3. Prepare the cabbage
Peel away any tough outer leaves and trim the base so the cabbage sits flat. Cut it into ¾–1 inch thick steaks.
4. Arrange and season
Place the cabbage steaks in a single layer on the baking sheet over the bacon drippings. Drizzle with olive oil and season generously with black pepper. Use another pan if needed so the cabbage isn’t crowded.
5. Roast
Bake for 20 minutes, then carefully flip each steak, scraping any browned bits back on top. Continue roasting for 15–20 more minutes until the edges are richly browned and the centers are tender.
