Description
This cabbage and sausage recipe is the ultimate comfort food. Juicy, smoky sausage melds perfectly with tender, buttery cabbage to create a hearty, satisfying dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or casual family meals. The recipe is simple but packs incredible flavor, making it approachable for cooks of any skill level. In under 40 minutes, you can have a delicious, homey meal that warms the soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb smoked sausage (kielbasa, bratwurst, or preferred sausage), sliced
- 1 medium green cabbage, thinly sliced
- 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp oil (canola or vegetable)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: crushed red pepper, smoked paprika, or fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat, add oil, and brown sausage slices until golden. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, add butter and onions. Cook until soft and translucent.
- Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add cabbage, stir to coat in the flavorful base, and season with salt, pepper, and optional spices.
- Pour in broth, cover, and let steam for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Return sausage to the pan, mix well, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- Thinly slicing the cabbage ensures even cooking.
- Adjust seasonings to your taste.
- For a slightly caramelized flavor, leave the pan uncovered for a few minutes at the end.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg