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Crockpot Sausage Soup

This hearty crockpot sausage soup combines smoky pork sausage, tender vegetables, and rich broth, creating a warm, filling dish with a rustic appearance. The slow cooking process allows flavors to meld beautifully, resulting in a comforting, slightly thickened soup with vibrant greens and tender sausage pieces. It’s a simple, hands-off meal that’s perfect for cozy weeknights or relaxed weekends.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 6 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound lb pork sausage preferably smoky and mildly spicy
  • 2 medium yellow onions diced small
  • 3 large carrots cut into thick rounds
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can 14.5 oz fire-roasted diced tomatoes
  • 4 cups broth chicken or beef
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 cups greens kale or spinach, chopped

Equipment

  • large crockpot
  • Sharp Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Ladle

Method
 

  1. Start by removing the sausage from its casing and crumbling it into the bottom of your crockpot, spreading it out evenly.
  2. Set the crockpot to low and cook the sausage for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until it’s browned and releases a savory aroma.
  3. Add diced onions, thickly sliced carrots, and minced garlic to the sausage, stirring gently to combine. Cook for another 5 minutes until the vegetables soften slightly and fill your kitchen with a fragrant, savory smell.
  4. Pour in the fire-roasted diced tomatoes, then add the broth until the ingredients are submerged by about an inch. Stir everything together to combine the flavors.
  5. Season the mixture with salt, pepper, dried thyme, and smoked paprika if using. Cover the crockpot with its lid and set it to low to cook for 4 to 6 hours, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.
  6. Halfway through the cooking time, taste the broth and adjust seasonings if needed. The soup should be gently simmering, with the sausage fully cooked and vegetables tender.
  7. In the last 30 minutes, stir in chopped greens like kale or spinach. Let them wilt into the hot broth, adding a vibrant pop of color and a slight bitter contrast.
  8. Once everything is tender and flavorful, turn off the crockpot and let the soup sit uncovered for about 10 minutes to deepen the flavors and allow the steam to escape.
  9. Use a ladle to serve the hearty soup into bowls, making sure to include a good mix of sausage, vegetables, and greens. Enjoy the warm, smoky aroma and comforting texture of this simple dish.