Name: Healthy Slow Cooker Tuscan Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 6 h
Total time: 6 h 15 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 lb Italian sausage; 1 onion, diced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 4 cups chicken broth; 1 cup diced potatoes; 1 cup chopped kale; 1 cup heavy cream or coconut milk; Salt and pepper to taste; Red pepper flakes (optional)

Description

A comforting and nutritious Tuscan soup made effortlessly in a slow cooker.

Ingredients

1 lb Italian sausage
1 onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups chicken broth
1 cup diced potatoes
1 cup chopped kale
1 cup heavy cream or coconut milk
Salt and pepper to taste
Red pepper flakes (optional)

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Instructions

In a slow cooker, add Italian sausage, onion, and garlic. Sauté until browned.
Add chicken broth and diced potatoes; stir to combine.
Cook on low for 240-360 minutes (4-6 hours).
About 30 minutes before serving, stir in kale and cream.
Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired.
Serve warm.

Notes

Garnish with fresh herbs or grated cheese. For a spicier kick, use hot Italian sausage. Can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days or frozen for 3 months.