Southern Sausage and Cabbage Stew That Tastes Like You Cooked All Day

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Craving comfort food that's quick, economical, and absolutely delicious? This Southern Sausage and Cabbage Stew is your answer! With 35+ years of restaurant experience, I'm sharing my go-to one-pot wonder that's perfect for busy weeknights.
🍎 SECRET INGREDIENTS: Apples and turnips add an unexpected sweetness and depth that take this classic dish to the next level.
⏱️ TOTAL TIME: 45 minutes to 1 hour (just 30 minutes simmer time)
🍽️ SERVES: Family-sized portions
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🥣 Ingredients
• Kielbasa sausage (or turkey kielbasa for a lighter option)
• Bacon (optional but highly recommended for flavor!)
• Onions & garlic
• Turnips (diced 1–1.5 inch pieces)
• Apples (diced similar size)
• 1.5 heads of cabbage
• High smoke point oil (I use avocado oil)
• Water or chicken stock
• Salt to taste
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👨‍🍳 Pro Tips From the Kitchen
✓ Don’t overcook your sausage and bacon initially
✓ Use a high smoke point oil for best results
✓ Adjust liquid if your pot gets too dry during simmering
✓ Pairs perfectly with cornbread
This hearty, budget-friendly meal is pure Southern comfort in a bowl. Whether you're feeding a family or meal prepping for the week, this simple one-pot recipe delivers big flavor without the fuss.
👨‍🍳 With over 35 years in the restaurant and catering business, I bring you expert techniques and no-nonsense kitchen wisdom. Subscribe for more time-tested recipes that help you cook smarter, not harder!
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⏱ Video Timeline
0:00 – Sausage and Cabbage Video Overview
0:26 – Starting the recipe – rendering the bacon
0:54 – Browning the kielbasa for the Maillard reaction
1:29 – Building flavor: onions, garlic, and chicken base
4:03 – Rendering down the cabbage
4:30 – Finishing this perfect Southern comfort winter dish
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