Crockpot Potato Sausage Soup
A comforting and hearty soup made with potatoes, sausage, and savory spices, simmered to perfection in a crockpot for an easy and delicious meal.
Ingrédients
Soup Base
- 4 medium potatoes, diced
- 1 pound sausage (Italian or smoked), sliced Feel free to substitute with a plant-based sausage.
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth Vegetable broth can be used for a vegetarian version.
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- Salt to taste
Optional Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy cream Can be omitted or replaced with coconut milk for a dairy-free option.
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Begin by dicing your four medium potatoes, slicing the sausage, chopping the onion, and mincing the garlic.
Cooking
- In your crockpot, combine the prepared potatoes, sausage, onion, garlic, chicken broth, thyme, pepper, and salt.
- Mix the ingredients thoroughly to ensure even cooking.
- Cover the crockpot and set it to cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Check the potatoes for doneness; they should be tender when pierced with a fork.
- If using, stir in the heavy cream and let it cook for an additional 30 minutes on low.
- Adjust seasoning to taste before serving.
Serving
- Ladle the soup into bowls, including a fair share of sausage and potatoes in each serving.
- Garnish with chopped green onions.
Notes
This soup is great for family gatherings and can be customized with seasonal vegetables or different types of sausage. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.