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Slow Cooker Cabbage Potatoes & Smoked Sausage

Slow Cooker Cabbage Potatoes & Smoked Sausage

  • Author: Anna
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6-8 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high
  • Total Time: 6 hours 20 minutes to 8 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free (if gluten-free sausage and broth are used)

Description

This Slow Cooker Cabbage Potatoes & Smoked Sausage stew is a hearty, comforting meal that is easy to prepare with minimal hands-on time. Packed with tender cabbage, flavorful smoked sausage, and soft potatoes, this stew offers a perfect balance of savory spices and rich textures. Ideal for busy days or cozy dinners, it fills your kitchen with irresistible aromas and warms your soul.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 pound smoked sausage (kielbasa or andouille), sliced into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 medium green cabbage, chopped into thick strips
  • 4 medium russet or Yukon potatoes, diced into chunks
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Ingredients: Slice the smoked sausage into bite-sized pieces. Chop the cabbage into thick strips, dice the potatoes into chunks, finely chop the onion, and mince the garlic. Prepping the ingredients evenly ensures they cook just right.
  2. Combine in Slow Cooker: Layer the potatoes on the bottom first so they cook thoroughly. Add the cabbage, onion, garlic, and finally the sausage on top. Pour in the chicken broth and stir in tomato paste, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until everything is well mixed.
  3. Set and Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. The low and slow cooking lets all the flavors meld while cooking the potatoes to soft perfection and tenderizing the cabbage beautifully.
  4. Final Touches and Serve: Give the stew a gentle stir just before serving to combine any settled ingredients. Taste to adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot and enjoy the cozy warmth with every spoonful.

Notes

  • Ensure potatoes and cabbage are cut evenly for consistent cooking times throughout the stew.
  • For extra flavor, quickly sear sausage pieces before adding to the slow cooker to enhance their smoky taste.
  • Leave some space in your slow cooker to allow even heat circulation and avoid undercooked ingredients.
  • Good quality chicken broth makes a noticeable difference in depth and richness.
  • Add a little more broth or water if the stew looks too thick towards the end of cooking.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 850 mg
  • Fat: 14 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 25 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 18 g
  • Cholesterol: 45 mg

Keywords: slow cooker, cabbage stew, smoked sausage, potatoes, comfort food, hearty stew, easy recipe

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