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Fried Potatoes and Onions with Smoked Sausage

A quick and comforting weeknight meal featuring crispy potatoes, savory onions, and flavorful smoked sausage.
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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: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 large potatoes, peeled and diced Make sure to cut them into uniform pieces for even cooking.
  • 1 large onion, sliced Sautéing can enhance sweetness.
  • 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced Kielbasa is recommended for extra flavor.
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil (or your favorite cooking oil) Use enough oil to get things sizzling.
  • Salt and pepper, to taste Adjust according to preference.
  • Optional: Fresh herbs like parsley for garnish Add for an extra flavor boost.

Method
 

Cooking Process
  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add your diced potatoes to the skillet. Season lightly with salt and pepper and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until they start to tenderize.
  3. Toss in the sliced onion and continue cooking for another 5 minutes.
  4. Add the smoked sausage and cook everything together for another 10 minutes, or until the potatoes are golden brown and fork-tender.
  5. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Optionally add fresh herbs for extra flavor.

Notes

Feel free to mix and match your sausage with chicken or vegetarian options.