Title: Sausage & Potato Stew
Categories: Crockpot Soup
Yield: 6 Servings
| 1 | sl | Canadian bacon |
| 1 | | Carrot; finely chopped |
| 1 | | Celery stalk; finely chopped |
| 1 | | Onion; finely chopped |
| 1 | | Garlic clove; minced |
| 8 | | Fresh basil leaves |
| 28 | oz | Tomatoes, plum; canned |
| 6 | | Potatoes; cubed |
| 1 | lb | Italian turkey sausage |
| | | ; (cut into 2" pieces) |
| | | Salt |
| | | Pepper |
| | | Fresh parsley or basil garnish |
Fry bacon in a large non-stick saucepan until crisp. Add carrot,
celery, onion, garlic and basil. Saute in pan drippings (or use
braise/deglaze method) until onion is lightly browned. Add tomatoes,
potatoes and sausage. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low. Simmer for 1
hour, stirring occasionally, adding water for desired consistency. Season
with salt and pepper to taste . May also add cubed zucchini, yellow
squash, or more potatoes. Serve garnished with chopped fresh parsley or
more basil. For Crockpot: After browning step, put in crockpot with
remaining ingredients and cook for 8 or 9 hours. Serve with a crusty bread.