Crockpot Smoked Sausage with Rich Gravy

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. 1

   Slice the smoked sausage, chop the onion, and mince the garlic. Slice the carrots and celery into bite-sized pieces.

2. 2

   Place the sliced sausage at the bottom of the crockpot. Top with chopped onion, garlic, carrots, and celery.

3. 3

   In a mixing bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, flour, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth.

4. 4

   Carefully pour the broth mixture over the layered ingredients in the crockpot.

5. 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. 6

   Once cooked, stir gently to combine. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.