Winter Root and Sausage Casserole

 

1

large baking potato, cut into 1/2-inch cubes

1

large dark-orange sweet potato, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch cubes

2

medium carrots, sliced

1

medium parsnip, sliced

1

medium onion, chopped

1

lb. smoked sausage, sliced

1

(14 1/2-oz.) can ready-to-serve chicken broth

1

(14.5-oz.) can chunky tomatoes with garlic and Italian herbs, undrained

2

teaspoons sugar

1/2

teaspoon dried thyme leaves

1/4

teaspoon pepper

1/4

cup chopped fresh parsley

• 1 In 3 1/2 to 4-quart Crock-Pot® Slow Cooker, combine all ingredients except parsley; mix well.
• 2 Cover; cook on low setting for 7 to 9 hours.
• 3 Just before serving, stir in parsley.