​🍲 Slow Cooker Sausages with Onion Gravy ​Simple, rich, and incredibly flavorful.

 

​🛒 Ingredients

​6–8 sausages (Pork, beef, or your favorite variety)
​2 large onions, thinly sliced
​3 cloves garlic, minced
​1 cup beef broth (low sodium recommended)
​2 tbsp soy sauce
​1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
​1 tbsp brown sugar (optional, for a hint of sweetness)
​1 tbsp Dijon mustard
​1 tsp black pepper
​1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (the "slurry" for thickening)
​Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

​👨‍🍳 Instructions

​Sear for Flavor (Optional):
For the best results, brown the sausages in a pan over medium-high heat until golden on all sides. They don’t need to be cooked through; this step is just to lock in the juices and add color.

​Layer the Base:
Place the sliced onions and minced garlic at the bottom of your slow cooker.
​Add the Meat:
Lay the sausages directly on top of the bed of onions.

​Whisk the Sauce:
In a small bowl, whisk together the beef broth, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and black pepper. Pour the mixture over the sausages.

​Set and Forget:
Cover and cook on Low for 6–7 hours or on High for 3–4 hours.

​Thicken the Gravy:
During the last 20–30 minutes of cooking, mix the cornstarch and water in a small cup until smooth. Stir it into the slow cooker liquid. Let it finish cooking until the sauce becomes a glossy gravy.

​Garnish and Serve:
Sprinkle with fresh parsley. Serve hot over a bed of creamy mashed potatoes, fluffy rice, or with crusty bread to soak up the gravy.

​🔥 Pro Tips

​Mushroom Twist: Add a cup of sliced cremini mushrooms with the onions for an even heartier sauce.
​Spice it Up: Use Italian spicy sausages or add a pinch of red chili flakes to the sauce for a little heat.
​The Shortcut: If you're in a rush, you can skip the browning step. The sausages will be softer, but the flavor will still be delicious!