Italian Sausage Crockpot Soup

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 12
Delicious Slow Cooker Italian Sausage Soup for the Soul
in Soup

Prep

30 min

Cook

4 hours

Ready In

4 hours 30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb bulk mild Italian sausage
1 large brown onion , chopped
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic ( I use bottled )
2 medium carrots , chopped
1 stalk celery , chopped
1 can tomatoes , chopped & undrained
1 can tomato sauce
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon crushed dried rosemary
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon crushed dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon crushed dried thyme
3 cans chicken broth
1/2 cup orzo pasta
parmesan cheese , shredded

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
397
Sugar
8g
Fat
24g
The Slow Cooker Italian Sausage Soup is a classic comfort food that has been enjoyed for generations. It is a popular dish in Italy and is widely loved in America as well. This soup is a perfect meal for winter, when warm, hearty food is especially appreciated. The Italian Sausage gives the soup its signature flavor, while the vegetables and spices create a delicious broth that you won't be able to get enough of. If you love Italian food, and you enjoy hearty soups, this is the recipe for you.

Instructions

1.In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage meat with the onion and garlic until the sausage is no longer pink. Drain off any excess grease.
2.In a large slow cooker, combine the cooked sausage mixture with the carrots, celery, canned tomatoes (including their juice), tomato sauce, basil, rosemary, bay leaf, oregano, thyme, and chicken broth.
3.Cover and cook on high for 4-6 hours or until the vegetables are tender and the flavors are well-blended.
4.During the last 30 minutes of cooking time, stir in the orzo pasta. If the soup is too thick, add additional chicken broth.
5.Serve hot, topped with shredded Parmesan cheese and crusty bread if desired.

PROS

This soup is hearty, flavorful, and satisfying – perfect for a cold winter day or when you need a comforting meal.
The slow-cooking process blends the flavors together beautifully.

The Italian Sausage and Parmesan cheese add a nice, salty flavor to the soup, while the vegetables add nutrition and texture.

This recipe makes a large quantity of soup, so leftovers can be refrigerated or frozen for another meal.

CONS

This soup is not vegetarian and is relatively high in fat and calories.
The orzo pasta is a simple carbohydrate and should be consumed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This soup is high in protein, fiber, and vitamins thanks to the vegetables and chicken broth. The Italian Sausage adds a nice dose of iron to the soup as well.
The tomatoes in this recipe contain lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that has been linked to reducing the risk of heart disease and certain types of cancer.

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