Dump cabbage and these ingredients in slow cooker for a meal guests will crave over and and over

Here’s a slow-cooker cabbage recipe that’s hearty, comforting, and guaranteed to impress guests — perfect for a set-it-and-forget-it dinner 🥘

🥬 Slow Cooker Savory Cabbage Meal

🛒 Ingredients

• 1 medium head of cabbage, chopped or sliced

• 1 lb (450 g) ground beef, sausage, or a mix (optional for vegetarian use mushrooms or beans)

• 1 onion, chopped

• 3–4 garlic cloves, minced

• 2 carrots, sliced

• 2 stalks celery, chopped

• 1 bell pepper, chopped (optional)

• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes

• 1–2 tablespoons tomato paste

• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

• 1 teaspoon dried thyme or Italian seasoning

• Salt & black pepper to taste

• 1–2 cups beef, chicken, or vegetable broth

• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar or Worcestershire sauce (for depth)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Brown the Meat (Optional but Flavorful)

   • In a skillet, sauté the ground meat until browned. Drain excess fat.

2. Layer in the Slow Cooker

   • Place onions, garlic, carrots, and celery at the bottom.

   • Add the browned meat (or mushrooms/beans for vegetarian).

   • Add bell pepper and cabbage on top.

   • Pour in diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and broth.

   • Sprinkle paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper.

   • Drizzle vinegar or Worcestershire sauce.

3. Cook

   • Cover and cook on low 6–8 hours or high 3–4 hours, until cabbage is tender and flavors meld.

4. Finish & Serve

   • Taste and adjust seasonings.

   • Serve with crusty bread, mashed potatoes, or over rice.

   • Optional: garnish with fresh parsley or shredded cheese.

🌟 Tips for Guest-Worthy Flavor

• Browning the meat adds richness.

• Don’t stir too often — slow cooking lets flavors meld naturally.

• Add a splash of cream or sour cream at the end for a creamy twist.

• Leftovers taste even better the next day!

If you want, I can give a shortcut “dump-and-go” version with pre-chopped frozen veggies and pantry staples that takes minimal prep but still tastes gourmet.