Paleo meals don’t get much easier than this. 5 minutes of prep time and then you’re off while the crock pot works it’s magic! This 3 ingredient recipe is savory and satisfies your needs for protein and high fiber vegetables. Definitely not your standard Kielbasa and kraut!

Ingredients:

Sauerkraut – 1 large bag, about 2 pounds Red Cabbage – half of one medium head, shredded. Beef Kielbasa – 1 to 1.5 pounds, sliced into 1/2″ or 1″ pieces.

Cooking Directions

Pour the sauerkraut into your crock pot / slow cooker, including the juices. Add the shredded red cabbage and mix evenly into the sauerkraut. Cut the kielbasa into 1/2″ to 1″ lengths Place the kielbasa (cut sides up) around the edges of the crock pot to form a ring. Use the excess kielbasa slices to start a second ring inside of the first. Cover your crock pot / slow cooker and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours. Eat, enjoy, package the leftovers for tomorrow or the next day.

I love this recipe, the red cabbage adds a different flavor and color to the sauerkraut and also gives it a slightly firmer texture. The kielbasa placed around the edges cooks nicely and almost takes on a grilled flavor from making contact with the crock pot. You may find yourself eating all of the delicious kielbasa first, leaving some kraut/cabbage as leftovers. Please save it! The cabbage mixture is a great addition to some cold salads or a stir fry. I personally enjoy eating the cabbage mixture with some bacon crumbles tossed in.

3 ingredients + 5 minutes prep time = delicious and colorful Paleo goodness!

This one tastes so good, there’s no need to add mustard or anything else to enhance the flavor. This recipe exemplifies why I love the crock pot / slow cooker so much. Many say that a lack of time is their biggest challenge in maintaining a Paleo Diet.