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Dirty Cabbage with Smoked Turkey Sausages

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A hearty one-pot dish featuring tender cabbage, smoky turkey sausage, and savory ground beef, seasoned to perfection with Cajun spices.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Comfort Food, Southern
Calories: 370
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 medium head green cabbage Cleaned and cut into large triangular pieces.
  • 1 lb smoked turkey sausage Sliced into rounds.
  • 1 lb ground beef Browns to add savory richness.
  • 1 medium onion Chopped for sweetness and aromatic depth.
  • 1 green bell pepper chopped Brings mild, fresh flavor.
  • 1 red bell pepper chopped Adds sweetness and color.
Seasonings
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning Or to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Enhances savory flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder Boosts onion flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper Adds subtle heat.
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika Contributes mild smokiness.

Method
 

Browning the Meat
  1. Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add the ground beef and brown it, breaking it up with a spoon until no pink remains. Drain excess fat and return the pot to the stove.
  2. Tip: Browning the beef well builds flavor, so let it get some color before breaking it up too much.
Cooking the Vegetables
  1. Add the sliced smoked turkey sausage, chopped onion, and chopped green and red bell peppers to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are soft and the sausage is warmed through, about 5 to 8 minutes.
  2. Tip: Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and to let the sausage release its smoky oils.
Combining Ingredients
  1. Stir in the Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and paprika until the meat and vegetables are evenly coated.
  2. Add the cabbage pieces to the pot and mix well.
Simmering
  1. Cover the pot and reduce the heat to low. Simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender and has absorbed the flavors.
Serving
  1. Serve hot straight from the pot. Adjust seasoning to taste if desired and enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 370kcal

Notes

For deeper flavor, let the browned beef develop some color before draining. Store leftover cabbage in an airtight container for up to 4 days. This dish can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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