🍽 Sausage Bites, Fries, and Pepper Sauce
🥔 Crispy Fries:
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4–5 large russet potatoes, peeled and cut into fries
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp paprika
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Salt and pepper to taste
🌭 Sausage Bites:
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1 lb sausages (Italian sausage, bratwurst, or your favorite variety)
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1/2 onion, diced (optional)
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1 bell pepper, diced (optional)
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1 tsp dried thyme (optional)
🌶 Pepper Sauce:
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1/2 onion, finely chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 cup beef broth (or chicken broth)
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1/2 cup heavy cream (or milk for a lighter option)
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1 tbsp Dijon mustard (optional)
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1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
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1 tsp freshly ground black pepper (adjust to taste)
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Salt to taste
👩🍳 Instructions:
1. Prepare the Fries:
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Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
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Toss the cut potatoes in olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
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Spread the fries out on a baking sheet in a single layer, making sure they aren’t overcrowded.
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Bake for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
2. Cook the Sausage Bites:
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While the fries are baking, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
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Slice the sausages into bite-sized pieces.
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Add the sausage pieces to the skillet and cook for 7–10 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through.
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If using, add the diced onion and bell pepper to the skillet during the last 5 minutes of cooking. Stir in the thyme if desired.
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Remove from heat and set aside.
3. Make the Pepper Sauce:
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In the same skillet (with any sausage drippings for extra flavor), add olive oil and sauté the chopped onion over medium heat for 3–4 minutes, until softened.
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Add minced garlic and cook for another 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
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Pour in the beef broth, scraping up any bits from the bottom of the skillet. Bring to a simmer.
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Stir in the heavy cream, Dijon mustard (if using), Worcestershire sauce, black pepper, and salt to taste. Let the sauce simmer for 4–5 minutes until it thickens to your desired consistency.
4. Assemble and Serve:
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Plate the crispy fries, sausage bites, and pour the pepper sauce over the sausages or serve it on the side for dipping.
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You can garnish with some fresh parsley for a pop of color if desired.
📝 Tips:
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For extra crispy fries, you can soak the potato slices in water for 30 minutes before cooking, which helps remove excess starch.
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You can use any sausages you prefer, from spicy chorizo to milder pork sausages, depending on your taste.
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If you prefer a spicier sauce, you can add a dash of hot sauce or cayenne pepper to the pepper sauce.
Enjoy this hearty, flavorful dish that combines crispy fries, savory sausage bites, and a creamy pepper sauce for dipping! Let me know if you want any adjustments or additional sides.