2003 Kielbasa Cabbage Stew

By boandozzy

One serving (1-3/4 cups) equals 322 calories, 3 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 25 mg cholesterol, 1,143 mg sodium, 57 g carbohydrate, 7 g fiber, 17 g protein.

Diabetic Exchanges: 3 starch, 2 lean meat, 1 vegetable.

Originally published as Kielbasa Cabbage Stew in Light & Tasty February/March 2002, p39

Ingredients

• 1/2 pound smoked turkey kielbasa or Polish sausage, sliced
• 1 pound potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 2 cups shredded cabbage
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
• 3/4 cup water, divided
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon caraway seeds
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
• 3 tablespoons cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

Details

Servings 4
Preparation time 10mins
Cooking time 45mins
Adapted from tasteofhome.com

Preparation

Step 1

In a large saucepan or nonstick skillet, brown sausage over medium heat. Add the potatoes, cabbage, onion, broth, 1/2 cup water, sugar, caraway and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-18 minutes or until potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally.

Add beans and vinegar; cover and simmer 5-10 minutes longer. Combine flour and remaining water until smooth; stir into stew. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Yield: 4 servings.