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Sausage and Sweet Potatoes in Honey Garlic Sauce served in a bowl

Sausage and Sweet Potatoes with Honey Garlic Sauce

A delightful dish that combines savory sausage and naturally sweet potatoes, drizzled in a luscious honey garlic sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights and elegant enough for special occasions.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound sausage (Italian, chicken, or plant-based options)
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes (peeled and cubed into 1-inch pieces)
  • 1/4 cup honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (use tamari for gluten-free)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (or any neutral oil)
  • 1 teaspoon paprika (smoked paprika recommended)
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into uniform 1-inch cubes. Mince the garlic and gather all your ingredients near your cooking area.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat for about 2 minutes, until it's shimmering. If using sausage links, slice them into 1/2-inch rounds.
Cooking
  1. Add the sausage to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes, breaking up any bulk sausage with a wooden spoon or turning sliced sausage occasionally until they are nicely browned.
  2. Stir in the cubed sweet potatoes and cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until they start to soften around the edges.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, paprika, salt, and pepper. Pour this mixture over the sausage and sweet potato in the skillet, stirring to coat everything evenly.
  4. Cover the skillet, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for about 10-12 minutes, until the sweet potatoes pierce easily with a fork and have no resistance. Stir once halfway through to prevent sticking.
  5. Remove from heat, garnish with fresh chopped parsley, and serve hot.

Notes

For perfectly uniform sweet potatoes, try to cut them into even pieces. If you prefer extra caramelization, consider roasting the sweet potatoes in the oven while you cook the sausage. Feel free to adjust the amount of honey or maple syrup to suit your sweetness preference. If you like a little heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce for a spicy kick. Fresh herbs, such as thyme or rosemary, can add a wonderful depth of flavor.