Polish Sausage and Cabbage Soup Crock Pot

Experience the heartwarming flavors of traditional Polish cuisine with this easy-to-make Polish Sausage and Cabbage Soup, prepared effortlessly in your crock pot. Packed with savory slices of kielbasa, tender green cabbage, hearty potatoes, and a medley of fresh vegetables, this soup is infused with aromatic seasonings like smoked paprika, thyme, and garlic for a robust and smoky depth of flavor. Slow-cooked to perfection, this comforting one-pot meal is ideal for busy weeknights or cozy weekend gatherings. Garnished with fresh parsley and served with crusty bread, this recipe combines convenience with rich, soul-soothing taste, making it a must-try for cabbage soup enthusiasts and slow cooker lovers alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:360 mins

Total Time:380 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Polish sausage (kielbasa), sliced
• 1 medium head Green cabbage, chopped
• 3 large Carrots, peeled and sliced
• 3 stalks Celery stalks, sliced
• 3 medium Russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 medium Onion, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 8 cups Chicken broth
• 2 leaves Bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 cup Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Prepare all ingredients by slicing the Polish sausage, chopping the cabbage, slicing the carrots and celery, dicing the onion, mincing garlic, and cubing the potatoes.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the sliced Polish sausage for 3-5 minutes to enhance its flavor. This step is optional but recommended. Remove the sausage and set aside.

Step 3

In a 6-quart crock pot, layer the cabbage, carrots, celery, potatoes, onion, and garlic. Place the browned sausage on top.

Step 4

Pour the chicken broth over the layered ingredients. Stir gently to combine.

Step 5

Add the bay leaves, thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir lightly to distribute the seasonings.

Step 6

Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or on HIGH for 3-4 hours. The vegetables should be tender, and the flavors well combined.

Step 7

Remove the bay leaves before serving.

Step 8

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.

Step 9

Serve hot with crusty bread or crackers on the side, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(4539.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2379.0

Total Fat 109.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 266.8mg	0%
Sodium 10893.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 243.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 45.3g	0%
Total Sugars 60.7g
Protein 106.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1095.3mg	0%
Iron 27.6mg	0%
Potassium 8941.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.3%

Protein: 17.9%

Carbs: 40.8%