Recipe Details
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Prep Time: 10–15 minutes
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Cook Time: 4–5 hours on HIGH or 6–8 hours on LOW
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Servings: 4–6
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Cooking Method: Slow cooker
Ingredients
1 package (12–14 oz) — beef smokies or cocktail sausages
1½–2 lb (680–900 g) — baby red and yellow potatoes, halved
1 can (14.5 oz / 411 g) — cut green beans, drained
3 tbsp — butter, melted
½ cup — chicken broth or water
1 tsp — garlic powder
1 tsp — onion powder
1 tsp — Italian seasoning
½ tsp — smoked paprika (optional)
¼ tsp — black pepper
To taste — salt, keeping in mind the sausages may be salty
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the potatoes
Wash the baby potatoes and cut them in half. Cut larger potatoes into smaller, evenly sized pieces so they cook uniformly.
Step 2: Add to the slow cooker
Place the potatoes and beef smokies into the slow cooker. Spread them evenly.
Step 3: Add green beans
Drain the canned green beans and add them over the potatoes and sausages.
Step 4: season
Mix the melted butter, broth, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, paprika, and black pepper. Pour over everything and gently stir.
Step 5: Cook and serve
Cover and cook on LOW for 6–8 hours or HIGH for 4–5 hours, until the potatoes are fork-tender and the dish is steaming hot throughout. Stir gently before serving.
Quick Recipe
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Add halved baby potatoes and beef smokies to the crockpot.
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Add drained green beans.
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Mix melted butter, broth, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, paprika, and pepper.
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Pour the mixture over the ingredients and stir gently.
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Cover and cook on LOW for 6–8 hours or HIGH for 4–5 hours, until tender.
Tip: Cooking times vary by slow cooker. Check that the potatoes are fully tender and follow the package directions for the sausages.
Estimated Nutrition Information
Per serving, assuming 6 servings:
| Nutrient | Approximate amount |
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| Calories | 350–450 kcal |
| Protein | 10–16 g |
| Carbohydrates | 30–40 g |
| Fat | 18–28 g |
| Fiber | 4–6 g |
| Sodium | 700–1,200 mg |
Nutrition varies by sausage brand, butter amount, portion size, and added salt.
Nut & Allergen Information
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Tree nuts/peanuts: The basic recipe does not normally contain nuts, but check every product label for cross-contact warnings.
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Dairy: Contains butter. Use olive oil instead if you need a dairy-free version.
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Gluten: Some sausages or seasonings may contain gluten; check labels if avoiding it.
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Other: May contain soy or other allergens depending on the sausage brand.
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Food safety: Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours and reheat until steaming hot throughout.
Questions & Answers
Q: Can I use frozen green beans? Yes. Add them directly to the slow cooker; they may soften more than fresh beans.
Q: Can I use chicken broth? Yes. Vegetable broth or water also works.
Q: Can I make it without butter? Yes. Substitute olive oil or reduce the added fat.
Q: How can I make it more flavorful? Add a little Cajun seasoning or red pepper flakes, if desired.
Q: Can I prepare it the night before? You can wash and cut the potatoes and measure the seasonings ahead of time. Refrigerate prepared ingredients separately until cooking time.
Serving suggestion: Serve warm with a fresh green salad, dinner rolls, or cornbread.