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Southern Smothered Cabbage Recipe

Tender and flavorful smothered cabbage with Cajun seasoning, smoky meats, and buttery richness—an easy and classic Southern comfort food.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 165
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 head cabbage Chopped and rinsed
  • 1 lb sausage or bacon
  • 1 onion Diced
  • 3 TBS butter
  • 1 TBS onion powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 cup water
  • Cajun or creole seasoning To taste

Equipment

  • Large stock pot or Dutch oven
  • Nonstick cooking spray
  • Lid for pot

Method
 

  1. Spray a large stock pot or Dutch oven with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. Fry sausage or bacon in the pot until drippings are released.
  3. Add the diced onion and sauté until lightly browned (approximately 5 minutes).
  4. Pack the chopped cabbage tightly into the pot.
  5. Pour in the water and reduce heat to medium. Cover with lid and allow cabbage to smother for 20 minutes. Stir occasionally.
  6. Add onion powder, garlic powder, Cajun seasoning, and butter to the cabbage. Stir well to combine.
  7. Cover the pot and continue cooking on medium-low until cabbage reaches desired tenderness, stirring occasionally.
  8. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 165kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 8gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 420mgPotassium: 360mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 45mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Nutrition information is estimated based on common ingredients and serving sizes and may vary.

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