Southern Fried Cabbage

1 pound ground beef  

1 head of cabbage, chopped  

1 onion, chopped

1/2 green pepper, chopped  

1 teaspoon salt and pepper, or to taste  

2 tablespoons butter

1 pinch white sugar  

3 slices of bacon, cut into thirds (optional)  

1/2 teaspoon oregano  

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

 Instructions:   Fry ground beef just until done.   Add remaining ingredients and cook until vegetables are tender.