Here’s a hearty and easy slow cooker recipe for Cabbage, Potatoes, and Smoked Sausage—perfect for a cozy, hands-off meal.
Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
- 1 medium head of cabbage, chopped into wedges
- 4–5 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 3–4 smoked sausages (like kielbasa), sliced into 1-inch pieces
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- Optional: red pepper flakes for a little heat
Instructions
1. Prepare Ingredients
- Chop cabbage, potatoes, and onion.
- Slice smoked sausage and set aside.
2. Layer in Slow Cooker
- Drizzle olive oil (or butter) at the bottom.
- Add potatoes first, then onions, garlic, and cabbage.
- Top with sliced sausage.
3. Season and Add Broth
- Sprinkle paprika, thyme, salt, and black pepper over the ingredients.
- Pour chicken or vegetable broth over everything.
4. Cook
- Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours, until potatoes are tender and cabbage is soft.
5. Serve
- Stir gently to combine flavors.
- Optional: garnish with fresh parsley or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes.
- Serve hot with crusty bread or over rice.
💡 Tips
- For extra flavor, sear the sausage in a skillet for 2–3 minutes before adding to the slow cooker.
- Add carrots or bell peppers for extra color and nutrients.
- Leftovers taste even better the next day as flavors meld.
If you want, I can also give a one-pot stovetop version of this dish that cooks in under 45 minutes but still gets tender and flavorful.
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