Craving a delicious, home-cooked meal but short on time? Say hello to Southern Fried Potatoes Sausage! It’s the perfect blend of hearty, flavorful sausage and perfectly seasoned fried potatoes, all ready in a snap. Whether you’re whipping up a quick weeknight dinner or looking for a satisfying weekend brunch, this recipe delivers a healthy and tasty meal that everyone will love. Trust me, as a busy parent, I understand the need for convenient, wholesome meals, and this one hits all the right notes!
Why You Will Love This Recipe
My grandmother, Nana Betty, used to make something similar every Sunday after church. The aroma would fill the whole house, a comforting signal that a delicious family meal was on its way. This Southern Fried Potatoes Sausage recipe brings back all those warm, fuzzy memories, while also being infinitely easier and quicker to prepare! It’s a taste of tradition with a modern twist.
Ingredients
For the Potatoes:
- 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/2 medium yellow onion, sliced
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Sausage:
- 1 lb Southern Fried Potatoes Sausage, sliced into rounds
Optional Garnishes:
- Chopped fresh parsley
- Green onions, sliced
- Sour cream or Greek yogurt
Step-by-Step Instructions for Making the Recipe
- Prep the Potatoes: Peel and cube the potatoes into roughly 1-inch pieces. Slice the onion.
- Cook the Sausage: In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the Southern Fried Potatoes Sausage slices on both sides until cooked through. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside.
- Fry the Potatoes: In the same skillet (using the rendered sausage fat – yum!), add the vegetable oil. Add the cubed potatoes and sliced onion. Season with paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Cook and Stir: Cook the potatoes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender and golden brown – about 20-25 minutes. Reduce heat if necessary to prevent burning.
- Combine: Add the cooked sausage back into the skillet with the potatoes and onions. Mix to combine and heat through for another 2-3 minutes.
- Serve: Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley, green onions, and a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt, if desired. Enjoy!
Southern Fried Potatoes Sausage
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Peel and cube the potatoes into roughly 1-inch pieces. Slice the onion.2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, 1/2 medium yellow onion
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the Southern Fried Potatoes Sausage slices on both sides until cooked through. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside.1 lb Southern Fried Potatoes Sausage
- In the same skillet (using the rendered sausage fat – yum!), add the vegetable oil. Add the cubed potatoes and sliced onion. Season with paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and pepper. Mix well.1/4 cup vegetable oil, 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, 1/2 medium yellow onion, 1 tsp paprika, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper, Salt, Pepper
- Cook the potatoes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender and golden brown – about 20-25 minutes. Reduce heat if necessary to prevent burning.
- Add the cooked sausage back into the skillet with the potatoes and onions. Mix to combine and heat through for another 2-3 minutes.1 lb Southern Fried Potatoes Sausage, 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, 1/2 medium yellow onion
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley, green onions, and a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt, if desired. Enjoy!Chopped fresh parsley, Green onions, Sour cream or Greek yogurt
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