Smoked Sausage and Apples
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this simple yet flavorful Smoked Sausage and Apples recipe, a perfect balance of smoky, savory, and sweet! Juicy smoked sausage is paired with tender slices of crisp apples and caramelized onions, all seasoned with warm cinnamon, a touch of brown sugar, and earthy dried thyme. Cooked in a skillet with a buttery finish, this 30-minute dish delivers a delightful harmony of textures and bold autumnal flavors. Easy to prepare and endlessly versatile, it can be served as a satisfying main on its own or alongside buttery mashed potatoes or crusty bread for a comforting meal. Whether you're embracing cooler weather or craving a quick and hearty dinner, this one-pan recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
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Ingredients
- 12 oz smoked sausage
- 2 apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1 large yellow onion
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon
- 0.5 tsp dried thyme
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Slice the smoked sausage into 1/2-inch thick rounds and set aside.
Step 2
Core and slice the apples into thin wedges. Peel them if desired, but leaving the peel on adds texture and nutrients.
Step 3
Peel the onion and slice it into thin, even rings.
Step 4
In a large skillet or sauté pan, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat until the butter melts and starts to foam.
Step 5
Add the sliced onions to the skillet and sauté for 3-5 minutes, stirring often, until they become translucent and slightly caramelized.
Step 6
Stir in the sliced smoked sausage and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sausage starts to brown and release its juices.
Step 7
Add the apple slices to the pan and sprinkle with brown sugar, ground cinnamon, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.
Step 8
Stir everything together gently to coat the apples in the seasonings and allow the apples to cook for about 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender but not mushy.
Step 9
Taste and adjust seasonings if needed. Serve the smoked sausage and apples warm as a standalone dish or with a side of crusty bread or mashed potatoes.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (932.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1556.5 |
| Total Fat 115.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 40.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 269.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4937.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 87.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 56.6g | |
| Protein 50.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 151.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1360.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories