Peel outer leaves from cabbage. Wash, quarter and core cabbage. Shred cabbage and place in a large bowl. Cover with boiling water and let stand for ten minutes. Drain and pat dry on paper towels. In skillet, cook bacon until golden and crisp. Remove bacon and reserve 2 TBS bacon grease. Add vinegar, salt and pepper to reserved bacon grease. Mix thoroughly and toss with cabbage. Crumble bacon over the cabbage. 6 servings.