One Pot Sausage & Cabbage Stew is the kind of meal that makes you feel at home with every spoonful. Filled with savory Italian sausage, tender cabbage, sweet carrots, and a tomato-rich broth, it’s the perfect comfort food that comes together in one pot. The balance of smoky, herby flavors and hearty vegetables makes it both simple and satisfying.
Stews like this have long been part of European kitchens, where humble ingredients were slowly simmered to create nourishing meals. Cabbage, in particular, has been a staple in rustic cooking for centuries, prized for its versatility and heartiness. When paired with sausage, it transforms into a warming stew that’s deeply flavorful and soul-soothing.
Not only is this dish easy to prepare, but it also gets better the next day, making it ideal for leftovers or meal prepping. Serve it with crusty bread for a complete dinner that brings the whole table together.
Recipe Yield: 6 servings
INGREDIENTS
1 lb Italian sausage links, sliced into ½-inch rounds
4 cups green cabbage, chopped
3 medium carrots, sliced
2 celery stalks, sliced
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
1 large yellow onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp dried oregano
½ tsp dried thyme
½ tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Brown the sausage:
In a large heavy pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced sausage and cook for 5–6 minutes, until browned. Transfer sausage to a plate and set aside.
2. Sauté the vegetables:
In the same pot, add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook for 4–5 minutes, stirring often, until vegetables begin to soften.
3. Add cabbage and seasonings:
Stir in chopped cabbage, oregano, thyme, smoked paprika, and crushed red pepper flakes. Cook for 3–4 minutes until cabbage starts to wilt.
4. Simmer the stew:
Return sausage to the pot. Add diced tomatoes (with juice) and chicken broth. Stir well, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 25–30 minutes, until vegetables are tender and flavors are blended.
5. Season and serve:
Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
HELPFUL TIPS TO PERFECT THIS RECIPE
- Choose quality sausage: Use fresh Italian sausage for the richest flavor—mild or hot depending on your preference.
- Don’t rush the simmer: Letting the stew cook slowly deepens the flavors and tenderizes the cabbage beautifully.
- Make it ahead: This stew tastes even better the next day after the flavors meld, making it perfect for meal prep.
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