One Pot Cabbage and Sausage
This comforting and flavorful One Pot Cabbage and Sausage recipe is incredibly easy to make, perfect for busy weeknights. A warm, savory combination of smoked sausage, tender cabbage, and simple seasonings, all cooked together in a single pot for minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound smoked sausage sliced
- 1/2 large onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- 1 medium head of green cabbage cored and chopped
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the sliced sausage and cook for about 5-7 minutes, until it's nicely browned. Remove the sausage from the pot and set it aside.
- Add the chopped onion to the same pot and cook for about 5 minutes, until it's softened and translucent. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute, until fragrant. Stir constantly, so the garlic doesn't burn.
- Stir in the salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes (if using). This helps to build flavor early on.
- Add the chopped cabbage to the pot. It might seem like a lot, but it will cook down significantly. Stir to combine it with the onion and spices.
- Pour in the chicken broth and apple cider vinegar. Stir well to make sure everything is evenly distributed.
- Now add back the sausage.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it cook for about 20-25 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. You want the cabbage to be soft, but not mushy.
- The dish is ready when the cabbage is tender and the flavors have melded. If the cabbage needs more time, cover and continue cooking for a few more minutes.
- Ladle the Cabbage and Sausage into bowls, and that is it!