Slow Cooker Cabbage and Sausage
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
3 hrs
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Total Time
3 hrs 20 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
408 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Slow Cooker Cabbage and Sausage
Description
The Slow Cooker Cabbage and Sausage recipe starts with roughly chopped green cabbage and browned slices of smoked sausage, such as Polska Kielbasa. After lightly browning the sausage in olive oil, its rendered fat is preserved to add richness to the slow cooker. Apple cider vinegar and chicken broth provide acidity and moisture that help soften the cabbage during a 2.5 to 3 hour slow cook on high. The seasoning with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, oregano, onion powder, smoked paprika, and a hint of crushed red pepper adds depth without overpowering the dish.
Cooking the cabbage with the sausage fat and broth allows the vegetables to absorb smoky flavors while retaining enough bite if cooked for 2.5 hours. The vinegar adds a bright note that balances the smokiness and richness. After cooking, a sprinkle of fresh chopped parsley adds freshness and color before serving.
This simple dish works well as a comforting solo meal or as a substantial side to meats. It requires minimal prep and benefits from slow cooking's melding of flavors. Adjusting the cooking time can cater to preference for cabbage texture. Leftover flavors tend to deepen after resting.
Ingredients
- 1 green cabbage about 8-10 cups, large head
- 1 12 oz smoked sausage cut into ½ inch slices - Polska Kielbasa works great, package
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup chicken broth low-sodium
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper or to taste, freshly ground
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon oregano dried
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Cut the cabbage in half through the stem, remove and discard the core.
- Chop the cabbage into 1-inch square pieces and add to the slow cooker.
- Cut the sausage into rounds. Add a skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Once hot, cook the sausage pieces until browned. Save the grease.
- Add the sausage, grease, apple cider vinegar, chicken broth, salt, pepper, and other seasonings. Stir to combine.
- Cook on high for 3 hours. For a crisper cabbage dish, cook for 2.5 hours on high.
- Stir, and serve garnished with chopped parsley.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 408 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 408kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Protein | 15g | 30% |
| Fat | 32g | 49% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 60mg | 20% |
| Sodium | 1585mg | 66% |
| Potassium | 673mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 497IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 88mg | 98% |
| Calcium | 117mg | 12% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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