Slow Cooker 4-Ingredient Sausage and Cabbage (Cozy, Budget-Friendly Comfort in One Pot!)

 


Slow Cooker 4-Ingredient Sausage and Cabbage (Cozy, Budget-Friendly Comfort in One Pot!)

Introduction

There are some meals that just feel like winter. This Slow Cooker 4-Ingredient Sausage and Cabbage is one of them. It reminds me of simple farmhouse kitchens, where supper simmered low and slow while chores got done and boots dried by the door.

My uncle Earl — a practical Midwestern farm boy at heart — has been making some version of this meal for as long as I can remember. Nothing fancy. Nothing complicated. Just good, honest food that fills you up and warms you clear through. And this slow cooker version? It might be even easier than his stovetop original.

Four ingredients. One pot. Big cozy flavor.

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Overview of the Recipe

This sausage and cabbage supper is:

  • Made with just 4 simple ingredients

  • A true dump-and-go slow cooker meal

  • Budget-friendly and filling

  • Perfect for cold weeknights

  • Naturally gluten-free

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Minimal prep (just slicing and layering!)

  • Practically hands-off cooking

  • Deep, savory flavor from smoked sausage

  • Makes wonderful leftovers

  • Feeds a hungry family with ease

What Does It Taste Like?

The smoked sausage slowly releases its rich, savory juices into the broth. The cabbage cooks down into tender, silky ribbons, and the potatoes become soft and creamy without falling apart. The broth at the bottom? Oh my goodness — savory, slightly smoky, and absolutely spoon-worthy.

It’s simple food, but it tastes like you fussed all afternoon.

Benefits of This Recipe

  • Affordable ingredients

  • One-pot cleanup

  • Great for meal prep

  • Flexible and easy to customize

  • Comforting without being heavy

Ingredients

  • 1½ pounds smoked sausage or kielbasa, sliced into ½-inch rounds

  • 1 small head green cabbage (about 2 pounds), cored and cut into thick shreds or wedges

  • 2 pounds yellow potatoes, peeled if desired and cut into large chunks

  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth

Tools You’ll Need

  • 4- to 6-quart slow cooker

  • Sharp knife

  • Cutting board

  • Ladle for serving

Ingredient Additions & Substitutions

Switch the Sausage

  • Turkey sausage for a lighter option

  • Spicy andouille for a little heat

  • Polish kielbasa for traditional flavor

Add Extra Flavor

  • 1 chopped onion layered with potatoes

  • 2 cloves minced garlic

  • A pinch of red pepper flakes

Make It Heartier

Add 1 cup sliced carrots or parsnips for extra vegetables.

Step-by-Step Instructions

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