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Crockpot Sausage Soup

This comforting crockpot sausage soup combines savory pork sausage, tender potatoes, and aromatic vegetables simmered slowly for a rich, hearty broth. The slow cooking process results in a thick, flavorful soup with a smoky undertone and a satisfying, rustic appearance. Perfect for cozy weeknights, it’s a nostalgic dish that feels like a warm hug in every bowl.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 8 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound lb pork sausage spicy or sweet variety
  • 4 medium potatoes Yukon Gold, peeled and chopped into 1-inch chunks
  • 2 medium carrots sliced thinly
  • 2 stalks celery sliced thinly
  • 1 cup broth chicken or veggie broth
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon thyme dried or fresh
  • 1 bay leaf bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish chopped parsley

Equipment

  • Large slow cooker
  • Sharp Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Wooden spoon
  • Ladle

Method
 

  1. Chop the potatoes into 1-inch chunks, slice the carrots and celery thinly, and mince the garlic. Prepare all your ingredients for easy assembly.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the sausage. Cook until it’s nicely browned and caramelized, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks for about 8 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed and transfer the sausage to the slow cooker.
  3. Add the chopped potatoes, carrots, and celery into the slow cooker on top of the sausage. Pour in the broth and stir in the minced garlic, thyme, and bay leaf. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Cover the slow cooker and set it to low. Let it cook for 6 to 8 hours until the potatoes are tender and the flavors meld into a fragrant, hearty broth.
  5. Check the soup after about 6 hours: the potatoes should be easily pierced with a fork, and the broth will smell savory and rich. Remove the bay leaf and discard.
  6. Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper as needed. For a bright finish, stir in chopped parsley.
  7. Ladle the steaming, thickened soup into bowls and enjoy immediately, savoring the smoky, savory flavors and tender potatoes.