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Cajun Dirty Cabbage with Ground Beef and Andouille Sausage

Cajun Dirty Cabbage with Ground Beef and Andouille Sausage

A hearty one-pot dish combining tender ground beef, smoky andouille sausage, and rustic cabbage, seasoned with Cajun spices for a comforting Southern meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Cajun, Southern
Calories: 750
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef Ground Beef 80/20 lean beef for best flavor
  • 12 oz andouille sausage Andouille Sausage Sliced into 1/4 inch rounds
  • 1 large Cabbage Green cabbage, chopped
  • 1 large Onion Diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 red bell pepper Bell Pepper Diced
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth Low sodium
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste Paste
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning Store-bought or homemade blend
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Adds depth of flavor
  • 1 bay leaf Bay Leaf Dried
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Adjust to personal preference

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  3. Add the sliced andouille sausage and cook until browned on all sides.
  4. Stir in the diced onion, minced garlic, and diced red bell pepper. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
  5. Add the chopped cabbage, tomato paste, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, and bay leaf. Mix well to combine.
  6. Pour in the chicken broth, bring the mixture to a simmer, then cover and cook for 30 minutes until the cabbage is tender.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Notes

Serve hot with cornbread or rice. This dish makes a satisfying main course for cold weather meals.
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