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Polish Sausage and Cabbage Soup Crock Pot

Polish Sausage and Cabbage Soup Crock Pot
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This Polish Sausage and Cabbage Soup Crock Pot recipe is a comforting, flavorful, and easy-to-make one-pot meal perfect for chilly days. It features smoky kielbasa sausage, tender cabbage, and hearty potatoes simmered in a savory broth with aromatic onions, garlic, and warming seasonings. Ideal for a cozy family dinner, this slow-cooked soup fills your home with delicious aromas and offers a taste of traditional Polish flavors with minimal effort.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb Polish sausage (kielbasa), sliced into bite-sized rounds
  • 1 medium head green cabbage, chopped into medium strips
  • 3 medium russet or Yukon gold potatoes, diced
  • 1 medium onion, minced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian version)
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Optional Add-Ins and Variations

  • Crushed red pepper flakes or 1 diced jalapeño for spice
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes for tomato infusion
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, sliced
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped
  • Cauliflower florets instead of potatoes for low-carb option
  • Smoked tofu or mushrooms as a vegetarian sausage substitute

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Ingredients: Slice the Polish sausage into bite-sized rounds, chop the cabbage into medium strips, dice the potatoes, and mince the garlic and onion to prep all your veggies and protein for cooking.
  2. Sauté the Aromatics and Sausage: In a skillet over medium heat, lightly brown the sausage pieces. Add the minced onion and garlic, sautéing until fragrant and golden to unlock rich smoky flavors before slow cooking.
  3. Combine Everything in the Crock Pot: Transfer the browned sausage, sautéed onions and garlic, chopped cabbage, diced potatoes, bay leaves, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper into the crock pot. Pour in the chicken broth and gently stir to combine all ingredients evenly.
  4. Slow Cook to Perfection: Set your crock pot to low and cook for 6 to 8 hours, or set to high and cook for 3 to 4 hours, until the cabbage is tender and potatoes are soft.
  5. Final Seasoning and Serve: Before serving, taste the soup and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or fresh herbs as desired. Ladle into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley or dill, and add a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt if desired. Enjoy your cozy Polish Sausage and Cabbage Soup Crock Pot!

Notes

  • Use quality kielbasa or smoked Polish sausage for authentic flavor.
  • Don’t skip browning the sausage and sautéing the aromatics to deepen the flavor.
  • Cut cabbage and potatoes into similar-sized pieces for even cooking.
  • Adjust slow cooker time based on your schedule but avoid frequent lid opening to maintain heat.
  • Add a splash of apple cider vinegar or squeeze of lemon juice before serving to brighten flavors.
  • For spicier soup, include crushed red pepper flakes or diced jalapeños.
  • This recipe is naturally gluten-free; just verify sausage and broth ingredients.
  • Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 4 days and freeze for up to 3 months.

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