Sausage and Potatoes with Beer

Name: Sausage and Potatoes with Beer
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: New potatoes 2.2 lbs; Sausage 1.5 lbs; Amber ale 1 cup; Rosemary to taste; Extra virgin olive oil 3 tbsp; Oregano 4 sprigs; Black pepper to taste; Fine salt to taste

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Lactose Free

Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 40 min
Serving: 4
Cost: Low

PRESENTATION

Sausage and potatoes, they're like a staple in so many Italian kitchens. But, you know what? Add beer-braised sausage and potatoes, and it's like a fun, modern twist on the classic. Really good stuff. This dish takes those tender potatoes and juicy sausage and gives them a boost with amber beer. And the beer? It adds a sweet, almost citrusy kick—seriously good—making everything smell amazing and taste even better. Across Italy, folks have all kinds of ways to make sausage and potatoes, but the skillet version with beer is really, like, a beloved update. It keeps things simple while packing in flavor. Toss in fresh herbs like rosemary or sage, and look, the kitchen feels super cozy. Everything gets golden and a bit crispy around the edges. You get that rustic vibe, but the beer keeps it from feeling heavy.

It is the kind of food that brings everyone to the table, and nobody leaves hungry. For sure. In different Italian regions, they do sausage and potatoes in all sorts of ways, but the sausage and potato skillet with beer is probably the easiest way to enjoy true Italian comfort food. The amber beer doesn’t just add flavor—it keeps the sausage extra juicy and gives the potatoes a moist, buttery texture that pairs perfectly with the crispy bits. Some families in northern Italy might swap in different herbs or use smoked sausage for a deeper taste, but, honestly, the basic idea stays the same: simple, hearty food that’s ready fast.

You don’t need anything fancy, just some good sausage, potatoes, and a splash of beer to make everything come together. And the aroma? Half the fun, really. By the time it’s done, you’ve got a skillet full of beer-simmered smoked sausage and potatoes just waiting to be shared. Whether you’re hanging out with friends or want something easy after a long day, this dish always hits the spot. It’s got that mix of old-school tradition and a little twist—which is great, making it feel special but never complicated. And here's the deal, it gives you a taste of Italy right in your home. Cannot go wrong.

How to prepare Sausage and Potatoes with Beer

To prepare sausage and potatoes with beer, remove the sausage casing 1 and cut it into pieces of 1.5 inches. Brown the sausage in a pan over medium heat with 1.5 tbsp of oil 2. Sauté it on all sides 3.

Peel and cut the potatoes into wedges. Once browned, after 10 minutes, deglaze the sausage with 7 oz of beer 5 and raise the heat. Continue cooking for another 5 minutes in the pan, and once the beer has reduced, remove the sausage from the pan 6.

Keep the meat warm 7 and in the same pan add the potatoes 8. Salt, pepper 9 and cook over medium heat for about 20 minutes, occasionally tossing the potatoes to color them on all sides.

Season with oregano 10 and rosemary 11 and another 1.5 tbsp of oil. When the potatoes have that beautiful golden color, deglaze with the remaining beer 12 and let it reduce.

Add the sausage back to the pan 13 and continue cooking for another 5 minutes. Turn off the heat and add more rosemary and oregano 14. Serve the sausage and potatoes with beer immediately 15.

Storage

We recommend consuming immediately. You can store sausage and potatoes with beer at room temperature if you consume them within a few hours, otherwise keep them in the refrigerator for a maximum of 1-2 days. Freezing is not recommended.

Tip

The amber beer has a citrusy and sweet taste, which gives the dish a particular aroma. If you cannot find it, you can substitute it with light beer, though this will result in a less aromatic flavor.

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Sausage and Potatoes with Beer

PRESENTATION

How to prepare Sausage and Potatoes with Beer

Storage

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