4-Ingredient Slow Cooker Sausage and Onions

This recipe is a true weeknight lifesaver—just four ingredients, minimal prep, and your slow cooker does all the work. The sausage turns out tender and juicy, while the onions melt down into a rich, savory gravy you’ll want to spoon over everything. Comfort food doesn’t get much easier.
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Slow Cooker Sausage and Onions 🌭🧅
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Smoked sausage links | 2 lbs | Sliced into 1‑inch rounds |
| Yellow onions | 3 large | Halved and thinly sliced |
| Beef broth, low sodium | 1 cup | |
| Dry onion soup mix | 1 packet (1 oz) |
Optional for thicker gravy:
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- 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp cold water
Method
- Layer Onions
Place sliced onions in the bottom of a 5–6 quart slow cooker. - Add Broth & Seasoning
Pour in beef broth and sprinkle soup mix over onions. Stir briefly. - Add Sausage
Slice sausage into 1‑inch rounds and lay on top of onion mixture. Press gently so they’re mostly covered by liquid. - Cook Low & Slow
Cover and cook on LOW for 6–7 hours. Do not cook on high. - Finish Gravy
Onions will break down into a savory gravy and sausage will be tender. Stir gently before serving.
Optional: For thicker gravy, whisk cornstarch with water and stir in during the last 30 minutes. Switch to HIGH and cook uncovered until thickened. - Serve
Spoon sausage and onion gravy generously over mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or rice.
✨ Simple ingredients, big flavor—this dish is proof that your slow cooker can turn everyday staples into something truly comforting.
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