Small-Batch Cabbage and Potato Stew

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-24 · Updated 2026-04-24

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A deeply comforting Irish classic with tender potatoes and cabbage simmered in a savory bacon-infused broth, perfect for chilly evenings. This Irish-inspired comfort-food recipe, ready in about 50 minutes, pairs smoked bacon, yellow onion, russet potato for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 35 min Serves 4 Irish cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 oz smoked bacon
1 medium, diced yellow onion
2 medium, peeled and diced russet potato
8 oz, shredded savoy cabbage
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 tsp caraway seeds
2 sprigs fresh thyme
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Render 4 oz diced smoked bacon in a large pot over medium heat until crisp, 5-7 minutes, then remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside.
Step 2: Add 1 diced medium yellow onion to the bacon fat and cook until translucent, 3 minutes, stirring frequently.
Step 3: Stir in 2 diced medium russet potatoes and 8 oz shredded savoy cabbage, cooking for 2 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.
Step 4: Pour in 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth, add 1 tsp caraway seeds, 2 fresh thyme sprigs, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer.
Step 5: Cover and cook for 25-30 minutes until potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally. Discard thyme stems and stir in 4 oz reserved bacon before serving.