Million Dollar Cabbage Turns the Humble Vegetable Into a Masterpiece

Name: Million Dollar Cabbage Turns the Humble Vegetable Into a Masterpiece
Ingredients: 6 slices bacon, chopped; 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs; 1 large head green cabbage (about 3 pounds); 1/4 cup olive oil, divided; 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided; 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped; 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional; 1 1/2 cups chicken broth; 3/4 cup heavy cream; 1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch; 4 ounces grated parmesan cheese (about 1 1/3 cups); Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish, optional