Slow Cooker Cabbage & Smoked Sausage

Description

Slow Cooker Cabbage & Smoked Sausage is a simple, hearty, and comforting dish that delivers rich flavor with minimal effort. Tender cabbage slowly cooks in a savory, seasoned broth alongside juicy slices of smoked sausage, creating a warm and satisfying meal. The slow cooking process allows the cabbage to soften perfectly while absorbing the smoky, garlicky flavors from the sausage and broth. This dish is budget-friendly, filling, and perfect for busy days when you want a home-cooked meal without spending hours in the kitchen. It’s rustic, flavorful, and ideal for cozy family dinners.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients:

• 1 medium head cabbage, chopped into wedges
• 400–500 g smoked sausage, sliced
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced

For the Broth:

• 2 cups chicken broth
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 tbsp olive oil

Seasoning:

• 1 tsp paprika
• ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp onion powder

Optional Add-ins:

• 2 potatoes, chopped
• 1 carrot, sliced
• Red pepper flakes for heat

 Instructions

1. Prepare ingredients: Chop cabbage into wedges, slice sausage, and dice onion and garlic.
2. Layer slow cooker: Place cabbage at the bottom of the slow cooker, followed by sausage slices, onion, and garlic.
3. Add broth: Pour chicken broth evenly over the ingredients. Add butter and drizzle olive oil on top.
4. Season: Sprinkle paprika, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder over everything.
5. Cook: Cover and cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours until cabbage is tender and sausage is heated through.
6. Stir & serve: Gently stir before serving to combine flavors. Serve hot with some of the flavorful broth.

Tips, Notes & Q&A

• Do not overcook; cabbage should be soft but not mushy.
• Browning sausage before adding can enhance flavor.
• Add potatoes for a more filling, complete meal.
• Use kielbasa or any smoked sausage for variation.

Q: Can I make this on the stovetop?
A: Yes, simmer everything in a pot for about 30–40 minutes until tender.

Q: How do I store leftovers?
A: Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Q: Can I freeze it?
A: Yes, freeze for up to 2 months, though cabbage texture may soften.

Q: Is it low-carb?
A: Yes, especially if you skip potatoes.

Servings & Nutrition (Approx.)

• Servings: 4–5
• Calories: ~320 kcal per serving
• Protein: 14 g
• Fat: 24 g
• Carbohydrates: 12 g