Hearty Smoked Sausage and Cabbage Stew Recipe
This hearty stew combines smoked sausage and tender cabbage with a flavorful broth, making it a comforting meal for any occasion. It's perfect for chilly days and pairs well with crusty bread.
Ingredients
- 1 pound smoked sausage sliced into rounds
- 1 small head green cabbage roughly chopped
- 2 medium carrots peeled and diced
- 1 large onion chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 medium potatoes peeled and cubed
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- to taste salt
- to taste freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add sliced smoked sausage and sauté until golden-brown, about 5 minutes.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Incorporate diced carrots and cook for an additional 3 minutes.
- Add chopped cabbage and stir occasionally until it wilts, about 5 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth, add cubed potatoes, dried thyme, salt, and pepper; stir well.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for about 30 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving hot.
Notes
Serve with crusty bread for a complete meal.