Steps

• Begin by preparing your vegetables. Wash the zucchini, bell pepper, and cauliflower thoroughly. Dice the zucchini into small, evenly sized cubes to ensure quick and even cooking. Chop the bell pepper, removing the seeds and stem, and cut it into bite-sized pieces. Separate the cauliflower into florets. Make sure to chop them into similar sizes to promote even cooking.
• Next, slice the Italian sausage. If you prefer, remove the casing by gently squeezing the meat out with your fingers for a more rustic texture in the stew. Slicing the sausage ensures that each bite of your stew has just the right amount of flavor from the sausage.
• With your crockpot ready, place the sliced sausage at the bottom, followed by the chopped vegetables: zucchini, bell peppers, and cauliflower. Arranging the ingredients in this way allows the flavors to meld together perfectly as they cook.
• It's time to add seasonings to enhance the flavors. Sprinkle in the garlic powder and Italian seasoning over the layers of sausage and vegetables. Then, carefully pour the beef broth over the mixture. This broth acts as the base of your stew, infusing everything with savory notes as it cooks.
• Set your crockpot on low heat. Cover and let it cook for 4 to 6 hours, or until the vegetables are tender and the flavors are fully developed. The low and slow cooking time allows all the ingredients to blend harmoniously, creating a rich and delicious stew.
• After cooking, give the stew a quick stir to mix everything together evenly. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper as needed before serving.