Ingredients:

  • 1.5 lbs smoked sausage, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1 medium onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 medium carrots, sliced (about 1.5 cups)
  • 2 stalks celery, sliced (about 1 cup)
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

  1. Slice the smoked sausage, chop the onion, and mince the garlic. Slice the carrots and celery into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Place the sliced sausage at the bottom of the crockpot. Top with chopped onion, garlic, carrots, and celery.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, flour, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  4. Carefully pour the broth mixture over the layered ingredients in the crockpot.
  5. Cover and set the crockpot to low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until vegetables are tender and gravy is thickened.
  6. Once cooked, stir gently to combine. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.