Kielbasa and Cabbage

We don't actually use kielbasa for this recipe. We use Jennie-O turkey smoked sausage. Still in the ring like kielbasa, but I like the flavor much, much better.

1/4 cup water
1 tablespoon sugar
1 large onion, chopped
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon caraway seed
1 head cabbage, coarsely chopped
3 medium potatoes - peeled, diced and boiled just until tender
1 pound kielbasa, sliced
1/4 cup real bacon bits (if you actually buy bacon, you could use 4 - 6 slices, cooked and crumbled)


In a large skillet or a wok, combine water, sugar, onion, and spices. Add cabbage, toss gently to coat. Cover and cook over medium heat until it just starts to wilt, about 10 minutes. Add remaining ingredients, toss to combine. Cover and cook an additional 10 - 15 minutes until cabbage is nicely wilted and begins to brown.