Crock Pot Sausage Pasta Stew

Simmer up hearty comfort with this Crock Pot Sausage Pasta Stew, a flavor-packed recipe perfect for busy weeknights or leisurely weekend meals. Succulent Italian sausage, sautéed aromatics like garlic and onion, and a medley of fresh vegetables are slow-cooked to perfection in a rich tomato and herb-infused broth. Just before serving, tender pasta is added, soaking up all the savory goodness. This one-pot meal is an easy, hands-off dinner with just 15 minutes of prep, leaving the crock pot to do all the work. Garnish with fresh parsley and a sprinkle of Parmesan for a family-friendly dish that’s full of rustic Italian charm. Whether you’re craving a cozy dinner or a satisfying meal to feed a crowd, this sausage pasta stew delivers!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:255 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 carrots, peeled and diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 1 can canned crushed tomatoes (28 ounces)
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 cups uncooked pasta (e.g., penne or rotini)
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook until browned, breaking it into small crumbles with a spatula. Once cooked through, transfer the sausage to the crock pot.

Step 2

In the same skillet, sauté the diced onion, minced garlic, carrots, and celery for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant. Transfer the sautéed vegetables to the crock pot.

Step 3

Add the crushed tomatoes, chicken or vegetable broth, Italian seasoning, dried basil, salt, and pepper to the crock pot. Stir everything to combine.

Step 4

Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.

Step 5

30 minutes before the cooking time is up, add the uncooked pasta to the crock pot. Stir well to ensure the pasta is fully submerged in the liquid.

Step 6

Continue cooking for an additional 30 minutes until the pasta is tender.

Step 7

Taste and adjust salt and pepper if needed. Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3313.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3792.9

Total Fat 153.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 57.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 361.6mg	0%
Sodium 12432.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 423.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.2g	0%
Total Sugars 51.2g
Protein 185.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1865.8mg	0%
Iron 17.6mg	0%
Potassium 5282.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.2%

Protein: 19.5%

Carbs: 44.4%