Smoked Sausage with Cabbage and Apples

Embrace the rustic comfort of this Smoked Sausage with Cabbage and Apples recipe, a hearty one-pan dish bursting with sweet and savory flavor. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal, this recipe combines smoky sausage, tender cabbage, sweet-tart apples, and caramelized onions for a satisfying bite every time. A touch of apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, and optional ground caraway seeds elevates the dish with a subtle tang and depth of flavor. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy skillet meal pairs beautifully with crusty bread or creamy mashed potatoes, making it an ideal choice for a cozy family dinner. Don't miss out on this flavorful fusion of classic ingredients that’s as nourishing as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 14 oz smoked sausage
• 1 head (medium) cabbage
• 2 large apples
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 0.5 tsp paprika
• 0.5 tsp ground caraway seeds (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Slice the smoked sausage into 1/2-inch rounds and set aside.

Step 2

Core and thinly slice the cabbage. Peel, core, and slice the apples into wedges. Peel and thinly slice the yellow onion.

Step 3

In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the sliced smoked sausage to the skillet and brown on both sides, about 5 minutes. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside.

Step 5

Add the remaining olive oil and butter to the skillet. Once melted, add the sliced onion. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 6

Stir in the cabbage and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it begins to soften.

Step 7

Add the apple slices to the skillet and continue to cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend.

Step 8

Sprinkle the apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, salt, black pepper, paprika, and optional ground caraway seeds over the mixture. Stir to combine and distribute the seasonings evenly.

Step 9

Return the browned sausage slices to the skillet. Stir everything together and reduce the heat to low. Cover the skillet with a lid and let it cook for 10 more minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender and the flavors have melded.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.

Step 11

Serve hot as a main dish or alongside crusty bread or mashed potatoes for an even heartier meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1542.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2099.5

Total Fat 155.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 53.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 343.6mg	0%
Sodium 6976.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 119.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.2g	0%
Total Sugars 80.3g
Protein 65.1g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 358.6mg	0%
Iron 10.0mg	0%
Potassium 2366.4mg	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: 65.5%

Protein: 12.2%

Carbs: 22.3%