Slow Cooker Sausage & Cabbage Dinner
Ingredients:
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1 head green cabbage, roughly chopped
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1 lb smoked sausage or kielbasa, sliced into coins
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1 onion, sliced
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3–4 carrots, cut into chunks
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4–5 potatoes, cubed (optional, for a complete meal)
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 cup chicken broth
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1 tsp caraway seeds (optional but tasty)
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1 tsp paprika
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Salt and pepper to taste
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1 tbsp apple cider vinegar or a splash of beer (adds nice tang)
Instructions:
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Place cabbage, onion, carrots, potatoes (if using), and garlic in slow cooker.
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Arrange sausage over the top.
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Sprinkle with seasonings, pour broth and vinegar/beer over everything.
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Cook on Low 6–8 hours or High 3–4 hours, until veggies are tender.
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Stir gently before serving. Taste and adjust salt/pepper.
Why guests crave it:
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Savory, smoky sausage flavors meld into the sweet, tender cabbage.
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Feels hearty and comforting but isn’t heavy.
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Minimal prep, maximum flavor payoff.
Pro tip: For extra crave-worthy appeal, serve with grainy mustard, crusty bread, or over buttered egg noodles.
Let me know if you want a vegetarian version or one with a different protein!