Here’s a full, easy-to-follow recipe for your slow cooker smoked sausage and corn supper:
Cozy Slow Cooker Smoked Sausage and Sweet Corn
This simple, hearty dish is perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner. With just a few ingredients, the slow cooker does all the work, letting flavors meld into a rich, satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450 g) smoked sausage, sliced into ½-inch pieces
- 2 cups fresh, frozen, or canned sweet corn
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 can (14.5 oz / 400 g) diced tomatoes
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (optional)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika or Cajun seasoning (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Prep the ingredients
- Slice the smoked sausage and chop the onion and bell pepper.
- Drain corn if using canned.
2. Combine in slow cooker
- Add sausage, corn, onion, bell pepper, and diced tomatoes to the slow cooker.
- Stir in garlic and seasonings if desired.
3. Cook
- Cover and cook on low for 4–6 hours or high for 2–3 hours.
- Stir occasionally if convenient to blend flavors.
4. Serve
- Taste and adjust salt and pepper.
- Serve warm in bowls as a cozy one-pot supper.
- Optionally, serve over rice, mashed potatoes, or with crusty bread to soak up the sauce.
Tips and Variations
- Add potatoes or carrots for a more filling dish.
- Use hot smoked sausage or Andouille for extra spice.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or green onions for color.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for 3–4 days and reheat well.
This recipe is quick, minimal prep, and full of flavor—perfect for a comforting, fuss-free dinner.
If you want, I can also make a 5-minute prep version that uses frozen vegetables and pre-sliced sausage to make it even faster for weeknight cooking.