Quick recipes with potatoes and sausage
Got potatoes and sausage and not sure what to make? Here are 8 easy dinners you can cook tonight. Each one keeps to everyday ingredients and a single skillet or sheet pan where possible, with rough prep and cook times so you can pick by how much time you have. Prefer to cook with exactly what's on your shelf? Tell Cache & Cook what you have and it drafts a recipe free.
Skillet Sausage and Potatoes with Crispy Edges
25 min Serves 4weeknightcomfort-foodone-pan
Sausage and Potatoes with Lemon-Herb Pan Sauce
30 min Serves 4weeknightone-panlight
Smoked Paprika Sausage and Crispy Potatoes with Charred Peppers
25 min Serves 4weeknightquickspicy
Crispy Sausage and Potatoes with Cider Vinegar and Thyme
25 min Serves 4weeknightone-pancomfort-food
Crispy Sausage & Potato Skillet with Caramelized Onions
25 min Serves 4weeknightcomfort-foodone-pan
Lemon-Herb Sausage & Potato Skillet with Caramelized Garlic
25 min Serves 4weeknightitalianone-pan
Sheet Pan Sausage with Crispy Potatoes and Thyme
37 min Serves 4weeknightcomfortingone-pan
Sheet Pan Sausage with Crispy Potatoes and Charred Green Beans
35 min Serves 4weeknightitalian-inspiredgluten-free
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Common questions
- Can I use a different type of sausage if I don't have Italian sausage?
- Yes, any fresh sausage works well—try chorizo for spice, chicken sausage for a leaner option, or breakfast sausage for a milder flavor. Just adjust your seasonings since different sausages have varying salt and spice levels.
- How long does a potato and sausage dish keep in the refrigerator?
- Store it in an airtight container for 3-4 days, and you can also freeze it for up to 3 months for quick future meals.
- What should I serve alongside potato and sausage?
- A simple green salad or steamed vegetables like broccoli or green beans balance the richness, or serve with crusty bread to soak up any pan juices.
- Can I make this dish healthier?
- Use turkey or chicken sausage instead of pork, roast rather than pan-fry to use less oil, and add extra vegetables like peppers and onions to bulk up the dish with fewer calories.
- How do I know when the potatoes are cooked through?
- Pierce them with a fork—they should be tender with no resistance, which typically takes 15-20 minutes depending on how small you cut them.