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Honey Garlic Sausage and Sweet Potatoes

This recipe combines savory Italian sausage with sweet, roasted sweet potatoes in a sticky, flavorful honey garlic glaze. It's an easy-to-make, one-pan meal perfect for a weeknight dinner. The key to success lies in roasting the sweet potatoes properly and simmering the glaze to a thick, luscious consistency.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs Sweet Potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 lb Italian Sausage sweet or hot
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup Honey
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce low sodium recommended
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar optional
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes optional
  • Salt to taste
  • Black Pepper to taste
  • 2 Green Onions, thinly sliced for garnish
  • Sesame Seeds for garnish

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • large skillet
  • small bowl
  • whisk
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Toss the sweet potato cubes with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Spread the sweet potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  4. Roast for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are tender and slightly caramelized.
  5. While the sweet potatoes are roasting, cook the sausage in a large skillet over medium heat until browned and cooked through. Drain any excess grease.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together the minced garlic, honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar (if using), sesame oil, and red pepper flakes (if using).
  7. Add the roasted sweet potatoes to the skillet with the cooked sausage.
  8. Pour the honey garlic glaze over the sausage and sweet potatoes. Toss to coat everything evenly.
  9. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the glaze has thickened and is sticky, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
  10. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
  11. Serve immediately.

Notes

For a leaner dish, parboil the sausage for a few minutes before browning to remove excess grease. Low-sodium soy sauce is recommended to prevent the glaze from becoming too salty. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet or microwave.