Here’s a true “dump and go” slow cooker cabbage dinner — hearty, budget-friendly, and full of flavor.
🥬 Dump & Go Slow Cooker Cabbage Dinner
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 6)
- 1 small head green cabbage, chopped
- 1 lb (450 g) smoked sausage (kielbasa), sliced
- 3–4 medium potatoes, diced
- 1 small onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (optional but adds flavor)
- 1 cup chicken or beef broth
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- Salt & black pepper to taste
🔥 Instructions
1️⃣ Dump everything into the slow cooker.
2️⃣ Stir gently to combine.
3️⃣ Cook on:
- Low: 6–7 hours
- High: 3–4 hours
4️⃣ Stir once halfway through if possible (not required).
5️⃣ Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.
🧀 Optional Add-Ins
- 1 cup shredded cheddar (stir in at end)
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes for heat
- Swap sausage for ground beef or ham
- Add carrots for extra sweetness
🍽️ Serving Tip
Serve with cornbread or crusty bread. Even better the next day!
If you’d like, I can also give you a creamy version, a low-carb version (no potatoes), or a comfort-food Southern style variation.
