Step-by-Step Instructions:
Let’s break this down like the latest dance trend.
Step 1: Prep your sausage by cutting them into fun-sized, bite-sized pieces. Drizzle your skillet with vegetable oil (or channel your inner rebel and use butter). Sizzle up those sausage pieces until they’re beautifully browned. Dance break while you wait!
Step 2: While the sausages are doing their thing, give those potatoes a good ol’ peel, then cube them. About 3/4 inch is the magic size. Not too big, not too small.
Step 3: Time for a skillet party! Add the potatoes, onions, that shiny vegetable oil, water, and all the seasonings. Give it a stir like you mean it.
Step 4: Let the magic begin. Once you see bubbles (the water boiling), reduce the heat to medium-low, cover it up, and let it cook for 10 minutes. Peek occasionally, giving it a gentle flip to make sure no one’s sticking to the pan.
Step 5: It’s the final countdown! Remove that lid, increase the heat to medium-high, and cook for another 10 minutes. Flip occasionally, but no stirring! We want crispy potatoes, not mashed. When those potatoes have crispy edges and the sausage has sung its final song, it’s done!
Step 6: Serve it up hot and enjoy the masterpiece you’ve just created.
Storage Options:
This dish is like a Southern belle, best enjoyed fresh. But if you happen to have leftovers (and I doubt you will), store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. For reheating, give it a spin in the skillet to retain the crispy magic.
Variations and Substitutions:
Variety is the spice of life, ain’t it? You can switch out russet potatoes for red potatoes or even sweet potatoes for a twist. Not a fan of smoked sausage? Try spicy Italian sausage or even some good ol’ bacon. For our vegetarian friends, swap out the meat for a vegetarian-friendly option and adjust the cooking time accordingly. Want more greens? Throw in some bell peppers or even some kale for an added nutrient boost. The world (or at least this recipe) is your oyster!
