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A bowl of Slow Cooker Poor Man Cabbage and Macaroni, a budget-friendly dish.

Slow Cooker Poor Man Cabbage and Macaroni

A comforting, budget-friendly dish that combines the hearty flavors of cabbage with macaroni for a satisfying and easy slow-cooked meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 medium head green cabbage, cored and thinly shredded
  • 8 tablespoons salted butter, cut into pieces
  • 8 ounces dry elbow macaroni
  • 1.5 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more to taste
  • to taste Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1.5 cups hot water (if needed) Add if dish seems too dry.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Remove tough or wilted outer leaves from the cabbage, cut it into quarters, core it, and slice each quarter into thin shreds.
  2. Place the shredded cabbage in your slow cooker. Dot the cabbage with butter and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Repeat the layers.
Cooking
  1. Cover and cook on LOW for 4 to 5 hours, stirring occasionally until the cabbage is tender and has golden edges.
  2. After 3.5 to 4 hours, stir the cabbage and add hot water if it seems too dry.
  3. Pour in the dry macaroni and some additional hot water, ensuring some liquid is at the bottom. Stir well.
  4. Turn the slow cooker to HIGH and cook for 25 to 40 minutes, or until the macaroni is tender.
  5. Once cooked, season with more salt and pepper, and serve hot, making sure each scoop has a mix of macaroni and cabbage.

Notes

Serve hot as a main course, pairs well with crusty bread or a simple green salad. Optional to sprinkle cheese on top for added richness. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days in the refrigerator or freeze for up to 3 months.