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Smoked Sausage and Cabbage


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A hearty dish combining smoked sausage and tender cabbage, perfect for any meal.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 head fresh cabbage (weighed about 3 pounds)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 67 ounces smoked sausage (sliced into rounds, andouille recommended)
  • 2 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1 1/2 cups broth (chicken, beef, or vegetable)
  • to taste salt and pepper

Instructions

  1. Slice the cabbage in half to create 2 portions. Slice the core/stem out of both. Then slice each piece in half. You should have 4 smaller chunks of cabbage. From there, slice each into smaller strips.
  2. Place a Dutch oven or large pot on medium-high heat.
  3. Add the butter and sliced sausage. Cook for 3-4 minutes until both sides are cooked through.
  4. Add in the garlic and stir.
  5. Add the sliced cabbage and broth. The cabbage will take up most of the room of the pot. It will wilt down when it cooks.
  6. Cover the pot and reduce the heat to low. Cook for 15-30 minutes. The cook time will vary based on how tender you like your cabbage. I like mine really tender, but not mushy. This takes about 25-30 minutes.
  7. If you prefer the cabbage to have some firmness and a bite, you can cook it for 15 minutes. Check in on it often (if it’s your first time making the recipe) and adjust accordingly.
  8. Open the pot. Season with salt and pepper. Taste repeatedly and adjust as necessary. Serve when cool.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, use chicken broth instead of vegetable broth.
  • This dish can be served as a main course or a side dish.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg