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Set & Forget Slow Cooker Beef Sausage Potato Soup

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This Slow Cooker Sausage Potato Soup is the ultimate ‘set it and forget it’ meal, perfect for chilly evenings. With tender beef sausage, creamy potatoes, and a rich broth, it’s a comforting dish that cooks itself while you go about your day.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef sausage (Italian-style, mild or hot)
  • 4–5 Yukon Gold or red potatoes (chopped into bite-sized pieces)
  • 1 yellow onion (chopped)
  • 4–5 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 8 ounces cream cheese (cubed)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon dried Italian seasoning
  • Salt (to taste)
  • Black pepper (to taste)
  • Red pepper flakes (optional, to taste)
  • 1 carrot (chopped, optional)
  • 1 stalk celery (chopped, optional)
  • A handful of fresh spinach or chopped kale (optional)

Instructions

  1. Brown the Beef Sausage: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef sausage and break it up as it cooks until browned. Drain off any excess fat.
  2. Prep Your Veggies: While the sausage is browning, chop the onion, mince the garlic, and cube the potatoes. If using, chop the carrots and celery.
  3. Load the Slow Cooker: Transfer the browned beef sausage to the slow cooker. Add the chopped potatoes, onion, minced garlic, and any other vegetables.
  4. Add Liquids and Seasonings: Pour in the beef broth. Sprinkle in the dried Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired. Stir to combine.
  5. Set It and Forget It: Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours until the potatoes are fork-tender.
  6. Finish with Creaminess: Once cooked, remove the lid and add the cubed cream cheese and heavy cream. Stir until the cream cheese has melted and incorporated. If using, stir in fresh spinach or kale and let it wilt.
  7. Taste and Serve: Adjust seasonings if needed. Ladle the soup into bowls and serve immediately, optionally with crusty bread.

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Keywords: Browning the sausage is crucial for flavor and to avoid a greasy soup. Use Yukon Gold or red potatoes for the best texture, and feel free to adjust the creaminess and spice levels to your liking.

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