Step 1

Ideal slow cooker size: 4- to 6-quart.

Step 2

In your slow cooker, combine the sausage, onion, cabbage, potato, carrot, garlic, broth, thyme, bay leaf, vinegar and salt and pepper.

Step 3

Cover and cook on HIGH for 4 to 6 hours, or on LOW for 5 to 7 hours, until vegetables are tender.

Step 4

Discard the bay leave. Taste and adjust seasoniongs, adding more salt, pepper and/or vinegar as necessary.