Here’s a simple and hearty Slow Cooker Cabbage and Sausage recipe — perfect for a hands-off, comforting meal.
🥬 Slow Cooker Cabbage and Sausage
Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
- 1 medium head green cabbage, chopped into wedges or roughly chopped
- 1 lb (450 g) smoked sausage or kielbasa, sliced into 1-inch pieces
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 medium carrots, sliced
- 2–3 medium potatoes, diced (optional, for a heartier dish)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt & pepper, to taste
Instructions
1️⃣ Layer ingredients
- In the slow cooker, layer potatoes and carrots first (if using), then onion and garlic, sausage, and finally cabbage.
- Pour diced tomatoes and broth over the top.
- Sprinkle paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper.
2️⃣ Cook
- Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours.
- Stir gently halfway through cooking to mix flavors.
3️⃣ Serve
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.
- Serve hot, with crusty bread or over rice if desired.
Tips
- For extra flavor, brown the sausage in a skillet before adding to the slow cooker.
- Add a splash of apple cider vinegar at the end for a tangy kick.
- You can substitute smoked sausage with kielbasa, bratwurst, or even chicken sausage.
- For a spicier version, add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes.
If you want, I can also give you a creamy slow cooker cabbage and sausage version with a cheesy sauce that’s extra comforting.
