Description
A hearty and flavorful Italian Sausage and Potatoes recipe featuring tender baby potatoes roasted or pan-fried to perfection alongside savory Italian sausage and colorful bell peppers. This dish combines aromatic spices and fresh parsley for a satisfying meal perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Sausage and Potatoes:
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy, sliced into rounds)
- 1.5 lbs baby potatoes (halved or quartered)
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 small onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven (Optional): If using the oven method, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for roasting the potatoes.
- Slice Sausage: Cut the Italian sausage into rounds to ensure even cooking and ease of eating.
- Prepare Potatoes: Halve or quarter the baby potatoes depending on their size to promote faster cooking and crispy edges.
- Slice Vegetables and Mince Garlic: Slice the red and yellow bell peppers and the small onion. Mince the garlic cloves finely.
- Toss Potatoes with Seasoning: In a large bowl, toss the potatoes with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- Cook Potatoes (Stovetop Method): Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the seasoned potatoes and cook for 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally until the potatoes are crispy on the outside and tender inside. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Cook Potatoes (Oven Method): Alternatively, spread the seasoned potatoes on a baking sheet and roast in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, flipping halfway through to ensure even browning.
- Cook Sausage: In the same skillet used for the stovetop potatoes, cook the sliced sausage over medium heat for 5–7 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Sauté Vegetables: Add the sliced onion and bell peppers to the sausage in the skillet and cook for 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Add Garlic and Red Pepper Flakes: Stir in the minced garlic and red pepper flakes if using, cooking for about 30 seconds until the garlic is fragrant.
- Combine Potatoes with Sausage and Vegetables: Return the cooked potatoes to the skillet and stir well to blend all flavors together.
- Final Cooking: Cook the combined ingredients for an additional 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat, sprinkle fresh chopped parsley on top, and serve the dish hot for a delicious and comforting meal.
Notes
- Both stovetop and oven methods are provided for cooking potatoes; choose based on your preference or available equipment.
- Adjust red pepper flakes quantity for desired heat level or omit for a milder dish.
- To save time, the sausage and vegetables can be cooked simultaneously in two pans if desired.
- This recipe pairs well with a green salad or crusty bread for a complete meal.
- Leftovers keep well refrigerated for 2-3 days and can be reheated in a skillet or microwave.