Description
This Knock Your Socks Off Crock Pot Soup is a hearty and comforting dish packed with savory Italian sausage, tender potatoes, sautéed mushrooms, and nutrient-rich kale, all simmered in a creamy tomato and chicken broth base. Perfect for a cozy meal, this slow cooker recipe requires minimal effort while delivering maximum flavor, making it ideal for busy days or family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Meats
- 8 oz Italian sausage, cooked and crumbled
Vegetables
- 4 potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (16 oz) container mushrooms, sautéed in butter or olive oil and finely chopped
- 1 cup kale, cleaned and chopped (stems removed)
Liquids
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 32 oz chicken broth
- Water, just enough to cover ingredients in crock pot
Thickening Agent
- 2 tablespoons flour
Instructions
- Combine Base Ingredients: In a Crock Pot, add cooked crumbled Italian sausage, peeled and cubed potatoes, chicken broth, diced tomatoes, and just enough water to cover the ingredients. This is the foundation of your soup, blending savory meats and vegetables with flavorful broth.
- Slow Cook the Soup: Cook the mixture on high for 3 to 4 hours or on low for 6 to 7 hours until the potatoes are fork-tender. This slow cooking allows the flavors to meld and the potatoes to soften perfectly.
- Prepare the Cream Mixture: In a separate bowl, whisk the flour into the heavy cream until smooth. This will be used to thicken the soup and add a creamy texture.
- Add Mushrooms, Kale, and Cream: Stir the cream and flour mixture, sautéed mushrooms, and chopped kale into the soup. This enriches the soup with earthy flavors and added nutrition.
- Final Cooking: Cook the soup on high for an additional 30 to 45 minutes until heated through and the soup has slightly thickened, ensuring all ingredients are well integrated.
- Serve: Ladle the soup warm into bowls and, if desired, top with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped green onions for extra flavor and presentation.
Notes
- You can sauté the mushrooms in either butter or olive oil before adding them to the soup to boost their flavor.
- If you prefer a thicker soup, you can increase the flour slightly but be careful not to add too much to avoid an overly thick consistency.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or milk, but the soup will be less rich.
- Add grated Parmesan and green onions only when serving to keep toppings fresh and flavorful.
- This soup can be made a day ahead; flavors deepen when reheated.
- To make this recipe gluten-free, replace regular flour with a gluten-free alternative such as cornstarch or rice flour.
