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Crockpot Parmesan Italian Sausage Soup

Crockpot Parmesan Italian Sausage Soup

creamy Crockpot Parmesan Italian Sausage Soup with sausage, potatoes, spinach, and Parmesan cheese. Easy slow cooker comfort food.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 495
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound Italian sausage mild or hot
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 2 carrots diced
  • 2 celery stalks diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes diced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon dried basil
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 4 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3 cups fresh baby spinach
  • Fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Method
 

  1. Brown the Italian sausage in a skillet over medium heat, breaking it into bite-sized pieces. Drain any excess grease.
  2. Transfer the cooked sausage to the crockpot.
  3. Add the onion, carrots, celery, garlic, chicken broth, potatoes, Italian seasoning, basil, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Cover and cook on Low for 6 to 7 hours or High for 3 to 4 hours, until the potatoes are fork-tender.
  5. About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the softened cream cheese until melted.
  6. Add the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until smooth and creamy.
  7. Stir in the fresh spinach and cook for another 10 to 15 minutes until wilted.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  9. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley and extra Parmesan cheese.

Notes

  • Browning the sausage first adds extra flavor.
  • Freshly grated Parmesan melts more smoothly than pre-shredded cheese.
  • Dice the potatoes into evenly sized pieces for even cooking.
  • Add the spinach near the end so it stays bright and tender.
  • Stir gently after adding the dairy to keep the soup silky