Sausage, Potato & Cabbage Stew

This Sausage, Potato & Cabbage Stew is pure winter comfort in a bowl. Hearty sausage, tender potatoes, and soft, flavorful cabbage simmer together in a savory broth that’s warming, filling, and perfect for cold, gray days. It’s rustic, satisfying, and simple to make — a one-pot meal that will fill your home with the cozy scents of winter.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Hearty, filling, and perfect for winter evenings
• One-pot convenience, minimal cleanup
• Rustic, simple ingredients with maximum flavor
• Great for family dinners or meal prep for the week
• Freezes beautifully for busy days

Ingredients

• 1 lb. (450 g) smoked sausage or kielbasa, sliced into 1-inch pieces
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 large onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
• 4 cups chopped cabbage (about 1 small head)
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• ½ tsp dried thyme
• ½ tsp salt, or to taste
• ½ tsp black pepper, or to taste
• Optional garnish: fresh parsley

• Measuring cups / spoons
• Cutting board
• Knife
• Large pot or Dutch oven
• Spoon

Instructions

1. Brown the sausage:
   In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sausage slices and cook until lightly browned. Remove and set aside.
2. Sauté aromatics:
   In the same pot, add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
3. Add vegetables and seasonings:
   Stir in potatoes, cabbage, smoked paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2–3 minutes, letting the spices bloom.
4. Simmer the stew:
   Pour in the broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25–30 minutes, until potatoes and cabbage are tender.
5. Combine & finish:
   Return sausage to the pot and cook for another 5 minutes to heat through. Adjust seasoning if needed.
6. Serve:
   Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve hot with crusty bread or dumplings if desired.

How to Thicken Your Stew (Optional Tip)

This stew is delicious with a rich, savory broth, but if you prefer a thicker, more gravy-like consistency, try one of these easy methods:

• Flour (Classic Method)
Stir 1 – 2 tablespoon of flour into the onions before adding the broth. This creates a traditional, hearty stew texture.

• Cornstarch Slurry (Gluten-Free)
Mix 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 1 tablespoon cold water. Stir into the simmering stew during the last 10 minutes and cook until thickened.

• Mashed Potatoes (Natural Thickener)
Near the end of cooking, mash a few potato cubes directly in the pot. This naturally thickens the broth and keeps the stew rustic and cozy.

Choose the method that best fits your taste — or enjoy the stew just as it is!

Serving Suggestions

• With crusty artisan bread for soaking up the broth
• Over buttered noodles or mashed potatoes
• A simple side salad to lighten the meal

Storage & Reheating

• Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days
• Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave
• Freezes well for up to 2 months — thaw overnight in the fridge

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Enjoy!

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