Crock Pot Cheesy Sausage and Potato Soup for a Cozy Lunch

Ingredients

- 1 pound ground pork sausage
- 4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup half and half
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

1. Prepare the Ingredients
- Begin by peeling and dicing the russet potatoes into small, bite-sized pieces. Finely chop the onion, and mince the garlic cloves.

2. Cook the Sausage
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground pork sausage until it's fully cooked. This should take about 7-10 minutes. Break the sausage into small bits as it cooks for even distribution.

3. Combine Ingredients in the Crock Pot
- Transfer the cooked sausage into your Crock Pot. Add the diced potatoes, chopped onion, and minced garlic on top.

4. Add the Broth
- Pour the chicken broth over the ingredients in the Crock Pot, ensuring everything is adequately submerged.

5. Set the Cooking Time
- Cover the Crock Pot, set it to low, and allow it to cook for about 6 hours. This time may vary based on your slow cooker's model but ensure the potatoes are fork-tender.

6. Add Creaminess
- After the potatoes are tender, stir in the sour cream and half and half. Allow the soup to continue cooking on low for an additional 10-15 minutes until heated through.

7. Cheesy Finish
- Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until it's fully melted and the soup is creamy and rich.

8. Final Touch and Serve
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve the soup hot, garnished with extra cheddar cheese or chopped chives, if desired.

Total Time

PT6H15M
6 hours 15 minutes

Type of Dish

- Lunch

Keywords

Crock Pot, Cheesy Soup, Sausage and Potato, Easy Lunch, Comfort Food, Slow Cooker, Dairy, Homestyle, Soup Recipe, Pork Sausage

Recipe Yield

- Feeds 4 adults

Calories

- 2,250 total calories for the entire dish

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