Cabbage Jambalaya

Cabbage Jambalaya Recipe Video

Ingredients

  • Cabbage Jambalaya1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 ½ cups chopped celery
  • 1 ½ cups chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (13 ounces) package turkey smoked sausage, sliced
  • 1 medium head cabbage, chopped (about 10 cups)
  • 1 (14.5 ounces) can diced tomatoes
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup brown rice
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning

Directions

Heat a large stockpot over medium high. Add ground beef, and cook until it starts to brown, about 6 minutes . Add the celery, and cook for 2 minutes . Add onion and garlic, and cook 4 minutes while stirring.

Add smoked sausage, and cook an additional 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in cabbage, and cook until it wilts, about 3 minutes. Add tomatoes, water, rice, garlic powder, and Cajun seasoning.

Bring to a boil, and reduce heat to medium. Cover, and simmer for 40 minutes. Serve hot.

Yield: 10, 1-cup servings

Nutritional Analysis: 250 calories, 8 g fat, 3 g saturated fat, 60 mg cholesterol, 400 mg sodium, 26 g carbohydrate, 4 g fiber, 6 g sugars, 0 g added sugars, 18g protein


Kentucky Cabbage

Season: June to July and September to November

Nutrition Facts: Cabbage is low in fat and calories and is rich in vitamin A.

Selection: Leaves should be crisp and free of insects and decay. Avoid burst heads. Choose firm cabbages that are heavy for their size.

Storage: Cover loosely and store in refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Wash just before using.

Preparation: Discard outer leaves and core.

To boil: Do not use aluminum pan. Cut cabbage into quarters and boil in water for 10 to 15 minutes, until tender. Drain and serve hot.

To steam: Place cabbage (shredded, wedges, or whole leaves) into a steamer basket. Cook 12 to 15 minutes, until tender. To bring out the natural flavor, add apples, pears, raisins, curry caraway, dill, or onions.

To stir-fry: Shred cabbage, and place in a skillet that has been sprayed with cooking spray or oil. Cook quickly over high heat, stirring constantly.


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