Crockpot Sausage and Potatoes
Smoky sausage, tender baby potatoes, and buttery garlic herbs — all slow cooked to perfection. This easy dump-and-go dinner is hearty, comforting, and packed with bold flavor.🛒 Ingredients (Serves 6)2 lbs baby potatoes (gold or red)14 oz smoked sausage, sliced into rounds3 tbsp olive oil3 cloves garlic, minced1 tsp Italian seasoning½ tsp smoked paprika1 tsp salt½ tsp black pepper2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley2 tbsp butter, cubedOptional:¼ tsp red pepper flakes (for heat)👩🍳 InstructionsPrep the base. Add baby potatoes to the slow cooker.Season. In a bowl, toss potatoes and sausage with olive oil, garlic, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.Layer & butter. Pour everything into the slow cooker and dot with butter on top.Cook. Cover and cook on LOW for 5–6 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until potatoes are fork-tender.Finish. Stir gently, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve warm.🍽️ Serving SuggestionsServe as a full one-pot mealAdd a side of roasted green beansTop with shredded parmesanPair with crusty bread