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Slow Cooker German Potato Soup with Sausages

A hearty and comforting German potato soup made in a slow cooker, featuring tender potatoes, vegetables, and flavorful sausages, perfect for a cozy meal.

  • Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 6 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon caraway seeds (optional)
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 4 sausages (such as bratwurst or smoked sausage)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add potatoes, onions, carrots, and celery; cook for about 5 minutes until onions are translucent.
  3. Add garlic and caraway seeds (if using); cook for 1 more minute.
  4. Transfer the vegetable mixture to the slow cooker and add vegetable broth.
  5. Cook on low for 6 to 8 hours.
  6. While the soup cooks, sear sausages in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown; set aside.
  7. When soup is done, stir in salt, pepper, yellow mustard, and parsley.
  8. Serve soup with sausages on top.

Notes

Sautéing the vegetables before adding them to the slow cooker enhances the flavor. Caraway seeds add a traditional German touch but can be omitted if preferred. Serve with crusty bread for a complete meal.

  • Author: Sophie Lane
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 to 8 hours
  • Method: Soup
  • Cuisine: German

Nutrition

  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 850mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg