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$10 Southern-Style Cabbage Boil in 35 Minutes

by StudioLink's Diet.
December 04, 2025
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$10 Southern-Style Cabbage Boil in 35 Minutes

An EBT-friendly, one-pot wonder that’s been taking over social media. Smoky, savory, and packed with vegetables – perfect for feeding a crowd.

Total Cost of Ingredients Used: $8.50-$11.00

(Cost reflects only what’s used in the recipe, not full package prices)

Ingredients:

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  •   12 oz smoked sausage (sliced)
  •   1 tbsp vegetable oil
  •   1 onion (chopped)
  •   3 garlic cloves (minced)
  •   2 tbsp butter
  •   4 cups chicken broth
  •   1 tbsp Old Bay seasoning
  •   1 tsp paprika
  •   .5 tsp cayenne pepper
  •   1 tsp black pepper
  •   1 tsp salt
  •   1 lb small potatoes
  •   2 ears corn
  •   .5 head green cabbage

Ingredients are subject to availability at local stores. Unavailable items will be automatically substituted at best-effort.

Instructions

1

Brown the sausage: In a large stockpot or Dutch oven, heat 1 tbsp oil over medium-high. Add 12 oz smoked sausage (sliced into rounds) and cook 3-4 minutes until browned on both sides. Remove and set aside.

2

Sauté aromatics: In the same pot, add 1 chopped onion and 3 minced garlic cloves. Cook 3-4 minutes until softened. Add 2 tbsp butter and let it melt, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.

3

Add broth and seasonings: Pour in 4 cups chicken broth. Add 1 tbsp Old Bay seasoning, 1 tsp paprika, ½ tsp cayenne (adjust for heat), 1 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp salt. Stir well and bring to a boil.

4

Cook potatoes and corn: Add 1 lb small potatoes (halved if large) to the boiling broth. Cook for 10 minutes. Then add 2 ears of corn (cut into thirds) and cook for 5 more minutes.

5

Finish with cabbage and sausage: Add ½ head of green cabbage (cut into wedges) and return the browned sausage to the pot. Cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes until cabbage is tender but still has some bite. Serve in bowls with crusty bread.

A complete meal in one pot that’s as fun to make as it is to eat.

This EBT-friendly cabbage boil is the viral sensation that deserves its hype. It’s a complete, hearty meal that cooks in one pot with minimal effort. The smoky sausage infuses the broth with flavor that gets absorbed by the cabbage, potatoes, and corn. It’s perfect for gatherings, meal prep, or when you want something comforting and impressive without much work.

Budget Grocery List + Cost Breakdown

All items EBT-eligible. Prices based on Walmart/ALDI.

Protein & Vegetables

Used in recipe: Smoked sausage ($3.00) + ½ cabbage ($0.75) + potatoes ($1.00) + corn ($1.00) + onion ($0.35)

Package cost: $4.00 (14oz) + $1.50 (whole) + $2.00 (bag) + $1.50 (ears) + $0.70 = $9.70 total

Broth & Seasonings

Used in recipe: Chicken broth ($1.00) + Old Bay ($0.30) + butter ($0.20) + garlic ($0.10) + oil ($0.08)

Package cost: $2.00 (carton) + $2.50 (jar) + $3.00 + $0.50 (bulb) + $3.00 = $11.00 total

Pantry Staples

Used in recipe: Paprika ($0.05) + cayenne ($0.02) + salt & pepper ($0.03)

Package cost: $1.00 + $1.00 + $1.00 = $3.00 total

Total Used in Recipe: $8.88-$10.88

Serves 3-4 generously • Cost per serving: $2.22-$3.63

Note: Use bouillon cubes + water instead of broth for more savings. Add shrimp in last 3 minutes for seafood boil variation.

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