Description
A hearty and creamy slow-cooked soup featuring Italian sausage, potatoes, kale, mushrooms, and a rich cream base. This comforting Crock Pot recipe is easy to prepare and perfect for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 8 oz Italian sausage, cooked and crumbled
- 4 potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 (16 oz) container mushrooms, sautéed in butter or olive oil and finely chopped
- 1 cup kale, cleaned and chopped (stems removed)
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 32 oz chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons flour
Instructions
- Add Base Ingredients: In a Crock Pot, combine the cooked sausage, cubed potatoes, chicken broth, diced tomatoes, and add just enough water to cover all ingredients evenly.
- Cook Soup Base: Set the Crock Pot to high and cook for 3–4 hours or on low for 6–7 hours until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Prepare Cream Mixture: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and heavy cream until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps.
- Combine and Add Greens: Stir the cream and flour mixture into the soup, then add the sautéed mushrooms and chopped kale evenly throughout the Crock Pot.
- Final Cooking: Continue cooking on high for an additional 30–45 minutes until the soup is heated through and has thickened slightly.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and optionally garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and sliced green onions for added flavor and presentation.
Notes
- Ensure sausage is fully cooked before adding to the Crock Pot.
- Sauté mushrooms to enhance their flavor and texture.
- Adjust water amount to ensure ingredients are just covered but not overly diluted.
- For a thicker soup, extend the final cooking time or reduce the liquid slightly.
- This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3.5 to 4.75 hours
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
