Here’s a simple and delicious way to make Slow Cooker Cabbage and Sausage! This is a cozy, one-pot meal perfect for busy days.
🥘 Ingredients (Serves 4-6)
- 1 medium head of cabbage, chopped
- 1 lb (450 g) smoked sausage or kielbasa, sliced into 1-inch pieces
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced (optional but adds heartiness)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2-3 carrots, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 oz / 400 g) diced tomatoes (optional, for a little saucy flavor)
- 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried thyme or Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
🥄 Instructions
- Prep the Veggies & Sausage:
Chop the cabbage, potatoes, carrots, and onion. Slice the sausage into bite-sized pieces. - Layer in the Slow Cooker:
Place the potatoes and carrots at the bottom (they take longest to cook). Add the onion, cabbage, and sausage on top. - Add Flavor:
Sprinkle paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper over the top. Add minced garlic. Pour the broth (and diced tomatoes if using) evenly over everything. - Cook:
Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours. The cabbage should be tender but not mushy, and the sausage heated through. - Serve:
Stir gently before serving. This pairs nicely with crusty bread or over rice for extra comfort.
💡 Tips:
- You can swap smoked sausage for kielbasa or even chicken sausage.
- For a tangy twist, add a splash of apple cider vinegar or mustard near the end.
- If you like it a bit spicy, add some crushed red pepper flakes.
If you want, I can also give you a **cheat version that uses just 4 ingredients and still tastes amazing in the slow cooker.
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