German Steamed Slaw

Fry the bacon until crisp, then remove it and reserve the drippings.

Combine the cabbage, onions, salt, pepper, celery seed, and tomatoes in a large heavy pot.

Stir the sugar and vinegar into the warm bacon drippings until the sugar begins to dissolve.

Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and crumble in the bacon.

Cook slowly, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is very soft and translucent.