Grilled Sausages with Peppers and Mashed Potatoes is a hearty and delicious meal! Here’s a simple recipe you can follow to prepare this dish:
Ingredients:
For the Grilled Sausages:
- 4 sausages (your choice of type: pork, chicken, or vegetarian)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Peppers:
- 2 bell peppers (red, yellow, or green), sliced
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Mashed Potatoes:
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup milk (or heavy cream for richer potatoes)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
1. Grilled Sausages:
- Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
- Brush the sausages with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Grill the sausages for about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are cooked through and have nice grill marks. (Cooking time may vary depending on the size of the sausages.)
2. Peppers and Onions:
- While the sausages are grilling, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add the sliced onions and peppers, and sauté for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly browned.
- Add a splash of balsamic vinegar (optional) to enhance the flavor. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then set aside.
3. Mashed Potatoes:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, then add the potatoes.
- Boil the potatoes for 10-15 minutes or until they are tender and easily pierced with a fork.
- Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot.
- Add the butter, and begin mashing the potatoes with a potato masher. Gradually add the milk (or cream) until you reach your desired consistency.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Assemble the Dish:
- Serve the grilled sausages on plates with a generous portion of mashed potatoes on the side.
- Spoon the sautéed peppers and onions over the sausages or beside them.
- Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley if desired.
Enjoy your flavorful and satisfying meal of Grilled Sausages with Peppers and Mashed Potatoes!
