Slow Cooker Beef Sausage and Potatoes

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This Slow Cooker Beef Sausage and Potatoes recipe is one of those meals that takes just a few minutes to prep and always hits the spot. You simply slice smoked beef sausage, toss it into the slow cooker with frozen diced potatoes, cheese, and a can of cream soup, then let it cook. A few hours later, dinner is ready and your kitchen smells amazing.

It’s warm, hearty, and perfect for a no-stress weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

• 2 ounces frozen diced potatoes
• 2 rings (14 ounces each) smoked beef sausage, sliced and halved
• 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1 can (10.5 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1 tablespoon dried chives
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
• ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
• Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

What You’ll Need

• 6 to 8 quart slow cooker
• Nonstick spray or slow cooker liner
• Large spoon for mixing and serving

Directions

1. Get your slow cooker ready
   Spray the inside of a 6 to 8 quart slow cooker with nonstick spray or use a liner if you prefer
2. Add everything to the pot
   Add the potatoes, beef sausage, both cheeses, cream of chicken soup, milk, chives, salt, pepper, and cayenne. Stir everything together
3. Let it cook
   Cover and cook on low for 5 to 6 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours. It’s done when the potatoes are tender and everything is hot and melted
4. Serve and enjoy
   Stir before serving and sprinkle with fresh parsley if you’d like

A Few Tips

• Frozen diced potatoes save time and make this extra easy
• Add more cayenne or hot sauce if you like a little heat
• Serve it with green beans or asparagus and warm breadsticks to complete the meal

Storing Leftovers

Let the dish cool to room temperature. Store leftovers in airtight containers in the refrigerator. They will stay fresh for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop until warmed through

Nutrition Info

Each serving has about 566 calories with a good mix of protein, fat, and carbs to keep you full.
Note: Nutrition values are estimates and can vary depending on the brands and ingredients used.

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