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Crock-Pot Tuscan Sausage Soup

A creamy, hearty, slow-cooked Tuscan sausage soup packed with potatoes, greens, savory sausage, and rich broth.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 390

Ingredients
  

Soup Base
  • 1 lb Italian sausage mild or hot
  • 1 yellow onion diced
  • 3-4 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth low sodium
  • 1 lb baby potatoes quartered
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 0.5 tsp smoked paprika optional
  • 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • 2-3 cups spinach or kale fresh
  • 1 cup heavy cream

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Brown sausage in a skillet until cooked through. Drain excess grease.
  2. Add sausage, onion, garlic, potatoes, broth, and seasonings to the Crock-Pot.
  3. Cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours.
  4. Stir in heavy cream and spinach or kale. Cook 10–15 minutes until greens wilt.
  5. Season to taste and serve hot with Parmesan cheese.

Notes

Add crispy bacon at the end for restaurant-style flavor.