Slow Cooker German Potato Soup with Sausages

Why Make This Recipe

Slow Cooker German Potato Soup with Sausages is a hearty and comforting dish that’s perfect for any season. It combines the warmth of potatoes, the sweetness of carrots, and the smoky flavor of sausages, creating a delightful meal that everyone will enjoy. It’s also practical, as it cooks all day in a slow cooker, allowing you to spend less time in the kitchen and more time with family and friends.

How to Make Slow Cooker German Potato Soup with Sausages

Ingredients

• 4 cups potatoes, diced
• 1 cup carrots, diced
• 1 cup celery, diced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
• 2 cups smoked sausage, sliced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Directions

1. In a slow cooker, combine the diced potatoes, carrots, celery, chopped onion, and sliced smoked sausage.
2. Pour the vegetable or chicken broth over the ingredients.
3. Season the mixture with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
4. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours, until the vegetables are tender.
5. About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the heavy cream.
6. Taste the soup and adjust seasoning if necessary.
7. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.

How to Serve Slow Cooker German Potato Soup with Sausages

This delicious soup can be served in bowls, garnished with chopped fresh parsley for a pop of color and flavor. Pair it with crusty bread or dinner rolls for a complete meal. It’s perfect for lunch, dinner, or even as a comforting snack on a chilly day.

How to Store Slow Cooker German Potato Soup with Sausages

To store leftover soup, let it cool completely and then transfer it to airtight containers. You can keep it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. If you want to store it for longer, you can freeze it for up to 2 months. Just be sure to allow some space in the container for the soup to expand as it freezes.

Tips to Make Slow Cooker German Potato Soup with Sausages

• Choose good quality smoked sausage for the best flavor.
• You can add other vegetables like bell peppers or kale for extra nutrition.
• For a thicker soup, you can mash some of the potatoes after cooking or add a little cornstarch mixed with water.

Variation

Feel free to switch the smoked sausage for turkey sausage or kielbasa if you prefer. You can also make this soup vegetarian by omitting the sausage and using vegetable broth.

FAQs

Can I use other types of potatoes?
Yes, you can use any type of potatoes you have on hand, such as Yukon Gold or red potatoes.

Can I make this soup ahead of time?
Absolutely! This soup tastes even better the next day. Just reheat it on the stove or in the microwave before serving.

Can I add cheese to the soup?
Yes, adding cheese like shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack can give the soup a deliciously creamy texture and a richer flavor. Just stir it in after adding the heavy cream.

Slow Cooker German Potato Soup with Sausages

A hearty and comforting soup made with potatoes, carrots, celery, and smoked sausage, perfect for any season.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 8 hours hrs

Total Time 8 hours hrs 15 minutes mins

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Main Course, Soup

Cuisine: German

Calories: 350

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Main Ingredients

• 4 cups potatoes, diced
• 1 cup carrots, diced
• 1 cup celery, diced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
• 2 cups smoked sausage, sliced Choose good quality for best flavor.
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Method

 

Preparation

1. In a slow cooker, combine the diced potatoes, carrots, celery, chopped onion, and sliced smoked sausage.
2. Pour the vegetable or chicken broth over the ingredients.
3. Season the mixture with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

Cooking

1. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours, until the vegetables are tender.
2. About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the heavy cream.
3. Taste the soup and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Serving

1. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.

Notes

This soup can be served with crusty bread or dinner rolls. To store leftovers, let cool completely and transfer to airtight containers. Keeps in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. You can add other vegetables or switch the sausage for turkey sausage or kielbasa.