Sausage and Potato Surprise

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 3

Sausage and Potato Surprise for a Hearty Lunch or Dinner

by The Chefin Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 lb Italian sausage , sweet or hot , cut in half or thirds
	oil ( if needed )
	2 large white potatoes , peeled and cut in chunks
	2 sweet potatoes or 2 yams , peeled and cut in chunks
	salt and pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

470

Sugar

Fat

31g

Sausage and Potato Surprise is a classic comfort food that's easy to make and even easier to eat. This recipe takes traditional sausage and potatoes to the next level by adding sweet potatoes and baking everything in the oven. The result is a dish that's crispy on the top and soft on the bottom, with flavors that meld together perfectly. It's a dish that's sure to become a family favorite.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
2.	In a large skillet, cook the sausage over medium heat until browned, breaking it up as it cooks.
3.	Remove the cooked sausage from the skillet and set aside.
4.	Add oil to the skillet if needed and then add the white potatoes.
5.	Cook the white potatoes for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6.	Add the sweet potatoes and continue to cook for an additional 10 minutes until the potatoes are soft.
7.	Season the potatoes with salt and pepper and mix in the cooked sausage.
8.	Spread the mixture into a baking dish and bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes or until the top is golden brown.

PROS

This dish is hearty and filling, perfect for a quick and easy lunch or dinner.

It’s also a great way to use up leftover potatoes.

It’s a one-dish meal full of protein and flavor.

CONS

This recipe is high in fat and calories due to the use of sausage.

If you’re watching your fat or calorie intake, you can substitute the sausage with turkey sausage or omit it altogether.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is a good source of protein, vitamins, and minerals.
Potatoes are a good source of vitamin C, potassium, and fiber.
Sausage is high in protein, but also high in fat and sodium.