Cozy Crockpot Sausage, Kale, and Potato Soup
A comforting and hearty soup featuring savory sausage, nutrient-rich kale, and creamy potatoes, perfect for chilly evenings and family gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Italian sausage Preferably Italian or your favorite type
- 4 cups kale Can substitute with spinach
- 4 medium potatoes (Yukon gold or russet) Provides creaminess and heartiness
- 1 medium onion, diced Offers sweetness and depth
- 3 cloves garlic, minced Brings an aromatic kick
- 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth The base of the soup
- 2 medium carrots, sliced Adds a sweet crunch
- to taste salt For seasoning
- to taste pepper For seasoning
- 1 tbsp olive oil Optional, for sautéing
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by dicing your onion, mincing garlic, and slicing the carrots and potatoes.
Cooking
- Heat a splash of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the sausage, breaking it apart until browned and cooked through.
- In your crockpot, combine the sautéed sausage, chopped kale, diced potatoes, sliced carrots, broth, and season with salt and pepper.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- When cooking time is up, give the soup a stir, taste, and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot.
Notes
For a creamier soup, add a splash of heavy cream or half-and-half in the last 30 minutes. To spice it up, add red pepper flakes. This soup can be made gluten-free by using gluten-free sausage and broth.