Description
This Knock Your Socks Off Crock Pot Soup is a creamy, comforting soup made with Italian sausage, potatoes, sautéed mushrooms, and kale, all slow-cooked in savory chicken broth. Rich, hearty, and full of bold flavor, it’s the perfect cozy meal for weeknights, gatherings, or meal prep days.
Ingredients
- 8 oz Italian sausage, cooked and crumbled
- 4 potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 (16 oz) container of 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
- In a Crock Pot, add cooked sausage, cubed potatoes, chicken broth, diced tomatoes, and just enough water to cover the ingredients.
- Cook on high for 3–4 hours (or low for 6–7 hours) until potatoes are fork-tender.
- In a separate bowl, whisk flour into heavy cream until smooth.
- Stir the cream mixture, sautéed mushrooms, and kale into the soup.
- Cook on high for an additional 30–45 minutes until heated through and slightly thickened.
- Serve warm, topped with grated Parmesan and green onions if desired.
Notes
- Use spinach instead of kale for a milder flavor.
- For a lower-fat version, use half-and-half or whole milk.
- Add onions, garlic, or bell peppers for more depth.
- For a vegetarian version, omit sausage and use vegetable broth. Boost flavor with more mushrooms or add white beans.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 3–4 hours (on high)
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
