Description
A comforting and simple slow-cooked meal featuring kielbasa and fresh green beans, perfect for autumn evenings.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds kielbasa (beef or turkey), sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
- 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed (or two 12-oz bags frozen green beans)
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp cold water (optional thickener)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Wash and trim the green beans, slice the kielbasa and onion, and mince the garlic.
- Place half the green beans on the bottom of the Crockpot, then add the sliced onion and half the kielbasa. Repeat with the remaining beans and kielbasa.
- In a small bowl, whisk together brown sugar, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Pour evenly over the contents of the slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 4–5 hours or HIGH for 2–3 hours until the green beans are tender-crisp.
- If desired, stir in the cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce and cook on HIGH for another 15–20 minutes.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with warm bread or a simple grain.
Notes
For firmer green beans, add half the beans during the last hour of cooking. You can also sauté the kielbasa and onions beforehand for deeper flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 300 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American