Crockpot Smokies with Beans and Potatoes is a hearty, comforting slow-cooker meal made with smoky sausage, tender potatoes, and flavorful beans simmered together in a savory broth. It’s perfect for busy days when you want an easy, filling dinner.
🧾 Ingredients
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14 oz smoked sausage or cocktail smokies, sliced
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3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
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1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
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1 can (15 oz) pinto beans or white beans, drained
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1 small onion, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
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1½ cups beef broth
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1 tbsp tomato paste (optional for richness)
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1 tsp paprika
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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½ tsp black pepper
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½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
Optional:
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½ tsp chili flakes for heat
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½ cup corn kernels
👨🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare Ingredients
Slice the sausage into bite-size pieces. Dice the potatoes and onion, and mince the garlic.
2️⃣ Layer in Crockpot
Add potatoes, beans, onion, garlic, diced tomatoes, and sliced smokies to the slow cooker.
3️⃣ Add Liquid & Seasoning
Pour in the beef broth and stir in tomato paste, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
4️⃣ Cook
Cover and cook until the potatoes are tender.
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LOW: 6–7 hours
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HIGH: 3–4 hours
5️⃣ Final Stir
Stir well before serving. Taste and adjust salt or seasoning if needed.
6️⃣ Serve
Serve hot in bowls. Garnish with fresh parsley or shredded cheese if desired.
⏱️ Time
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
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Cook Time: 6–7 hours (low)
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Total Time: ~6 hours 10 minutes
🍽️ Servings
Makes 4–5 servings
📊 Nutrition (Approx. per serving)
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Calories: ~380
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Protein: 18g
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Carbohydrates: 40g
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Fat: 16g
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Fiber: 9g
⭐ WW Points: ≈7–8 Points per serving
💡 Tips
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Use turkey smoked sausage for a lighter version.
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Add bell peppers or carrots for extra vegetables.
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For a thicker stew, mash a few cooked potatoes into the broth before serving.
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Serve with cornbread or crusty bread for a complete meal.