This easy Slow Cooker Hominy, Bean, and Sausage Soup is a hearty and nutritious meal for busy days. Packed with flavorful sausage, tender beans, and vibrant vegetables, this one-pot wonder uses everyday ingredients. Enjoy this hot, comforting soup as a simple dinner or a make-ahead meal for the week.

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Recipe Ingredients

• 1 tsp oil
• 2 lbs (908 g) ground Italian sausage – mild or hot
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 (15 oz [425 g]) can pinto beans, drained
• 1 (15 oz [425 g]) can kidney beans, drained
• 2 (15 oz [425 g]) cans hominy, drained
• 1 (15 oz [425 g]) can diced tomatoes
• 2 medium carrots, sliced
• 2 ribs celery, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 4 cups (960 ml) chicken broth
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp dried red pepper flakes (optional, for extra heat)

How To Make Slow Cooker Hominy, Bean And Sausage Soup

1. Heat the oil and cook the sausage: Heat 1 tsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 lbs (908 g) ground Italian sausage and cook until no longer pink, about 5–7 minutes.
2. Add all ingredients to the slow cooker: Transfer the cooked sausage to your 6-quart (6-L) slow cooker. Add 1 chopped onion, 1 drained can of pinto beans, 1 drained can of kidney beans, 2 drained cans of hominy, 1 can of diced tomatoes, 2 sliced carrots, 2 diced celery ribs, 1 chopped red bell pepper, 4 cups (960 ml) chicken broth, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, ½ tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp red pepper flakes (if using). Stir everything well.
3. Cook the soup: Cover the slow cooker and cook on high for 3 hours or on low for 6 hours, until the vegetables are tender and the flavors are well blended.
4. Serve and enjoy: Stir the soup before serving. Serve hot, optionally garnished with fresh herbs or grated cheese.

Recipe Tips

• Brown the sausage properly: Cooking the sausage until golden brown in the skillet adds depth and enhances the soup’s flavor. Don’t rush this step.
• Use fresh garlic for the best taste: Freshly minced garlic gives the soup a stronger and more aromatic flavor compared to pre-minced garlic in jars.
• Chop vegetables evenly: Slice carrots, celery, and bell pepper into similar sizes so they cook evenly and look great in the soup.
• Don’t skip draining the beans and hominy: Excess liquid from cans can water down the soup and affect its taste. Always drain them well before adding.
• Adjust seasoning at the end: After the soup is cooked, taste it and add more salt, pepper, or chili flakes as needed to match your preference.

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