🥬 Slow Cooker Cabbage and Sausage
An easy, hearty comfort meal with minimal prep — perfect for busy days.
🛒 Ingredients
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1 medium head green cabbage, chopped
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1½ lbs smoked sausage (kielbasa or andouille), sliced
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1 small onion, sliced
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2–3 cloves garlic, minced
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3–4 medium potatoes, chopped (optional but filling)
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1 cup chicken broth
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1 tablespoon butter
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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½ teaspoon paprika
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Salt to taste
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Layer the vegetables
Place cabbage, potatoes (if using), onion, and garlic in the slow cooker.
2️⃣ Add sausage
Lay sliced sausage on top.
3️⃣ Season & add liquid
Sprinkle with pepper and paprika. Pour in chicken broth and dot with butter.
4️⃣ Cook
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Low: 6–7 hours
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High: 3–4 hours
Cabbage should be tender but not mushy.
5️⃣ Stir & serve
Mix everything gently before serving so the flavors blend.
🔥 Flavor Boost Options
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Add a splash of apple cider vinegar at the end for brightness.
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Stir in a teaspoon of Dijon mustard for depth.
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For a Southern-style touch, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
🥖 Serve With
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Cornbread
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Crusty bread
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Or just enjoy it as-is — it’s a full meal on its own.
If you’d like, I can also give you a stovetop version or a low-carb variation.