Description
Crockpot Creamy Sausage and Potato Soup is the ultimate comfort food, combining savory Italian sausage, tender potatoes, and hearty kale in a creamy broth. This slow-cooked soup is easy to prepare, making it perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends. With its rich, indulgent texture and customizable flavors, this soup is sure to be a hit at the dinner table.
Ingredients
1 lb Italian sausage, crumbled
4 cups chicken broth
4 cups potatoes, diced
1 onion, diced
2 cups kale, chopped
1 cup heavy cream
Salt and pepper, to taste
Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
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In a skillet over medium heat, cook crumbled sausage until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess fat and transfer sausage to the Crockpot.
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Add chicken broth, diced potatoes, and diced onion to the Crockpot. Stir to combine.
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Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until potatoes are tender.
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About 30 minutes before serving, add chopped kale and stir. Cook until kale is tender.
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Stir in heavy cream, salt, and pepper, and cook on high for an additional 10-15 minutes until creamy.
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Taste and adjust seasoning, adding red pepper flakes for heat if desired.
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Serve hot, garnished with additional pepper or cheese if desired.
Notes
For extra heat, add more red pepper flakes or a chopped jalapeño along with the kale.
To make this soup vegetarian, swap sausage for plant-based sausage or omit it entirely.
Add herbs like thyme, rosemary, or garlic powder for extra flavor.
For a dairy-free version, use coconut milk or a non-dairy cream alternative.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high
- Category: Soup, Comfort Food, Crockpot Recipes
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
