Description
Sausage Sweet Potatoes Honey Garlic is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines savory sausage with sweet caramelized sweet potatoes, all glazed in a rich, sticky honey garlic sauce. This recipe is perfect for elevating weeknight dinners and is versatile enough to customize with your favorite vegetables or substitute with plant-based sausage alternatives. It fills the kitchen with an irresistible aroma and pairs wonderfully with fresh salad or steamed veggies for a complete meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Sausage and Vegetables
- 1 pound sausage links or sausage slices
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
Sauce
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Peel and dice the sweet potatoes into bite-sized pieces. Slice or crumble the sausage as preferred for even cooking.
- Cook Sausage: In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil and cook the sausage until browned and fully cooked, about 7-10 minutes. Remove sausage from the skillet and set aside.
- Cook Sweet Potatoes: In the same skillet, add the diced sweet potatoes. Sauté for 10-12 minutes until they start to soften and caramelize, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.
- Add Garlic and Honey: Add minced garlic to the sweet potatoes and stir for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Then drizzle honey over the mixture and stir well to coat the sweet potatoes evenly. Cook for another 2 minutes allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Combine and Serve: Return the cooked sausage to the skillet and toss everything together to combine well. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook an additional 2 minutes to meld flavors and heat through.
- Enjoy: Serve hot with a side salad or steamed vegetables for a balanced meal. This dish is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Notes
- For a plant-based option, substitute sausage with vegan sausage.
- Adding vegetables like bell peppers or Brussels sprouts enhances nutrition and flavor.
- Adjust honey quantity for sweetness preference, or substitute with maple syrup for variation.
- Use olive oil or preferred cooking oil for sautéing.
- Ensure sweet potatoes are cut into uniform sizes for even cooking.
- Leftovers can be reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.
