Oktoberfest Stew

Oktoberfest Stew

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 package beef smoked sausage, cut into bite-size slices
1 large onion, sliced into thin semi-circles
1/2 head small cabbage, halved again, cored and thinly sliced
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground caraway seeds
salt to taste
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 cup lager beer
2 russet potatoes, peeled and cubed to bite-size pieces
2 ½ cups chicken stock, heated
1 ½ tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon flat-leaf parsley, chopped

Heat oil in medium-large pot over medium heat. When oil is hot, add sausage and allow to brown. Add sliced onions and allow to caramelize. Next up add the cabbage, stirring to combine. Cook several minutes, stirring frequently until cabbage is soft and golden. Stir in pepper caraway seeds and salt, stir well. Add the potatoes and hot chicken stock, again stir well to combine everything. Cover and simmer about 40 minutes, stirring occasionally. After cooking time, remove from heat and stir in vinegar and parsley. Enjoy!