Description
Enjoy a cozy breakfast with this Maple Sausage Sweet Potato Hash, featuring savory breakfast sausage patties cooked to perfection and tender sweet potatoes seasoned with cinnamon and a touch of salt and pepper. Finished with a drizzle of pure maple syrup, this hearty dish balances sweet and savory flavors, making it a delightful morning meal for the whole family.
Ingredients
Scale
Sausage
- 4 patties Breakfast sausage (Use fresh or ground sausage for that hearty flavor.)
Sweet Potatoes
- 2 cups Sweet potatoes, diced (Opt for vibrant, firm tubers for the best texture and sweetness.)
- 1 teaspoon Salt (Adjust to your taste.)
- 1 teaspoon Pepper (Adjust to balance the sweet and savory notes.)
- 0.5 teaspoon Cinnamon (Enhances the warmth of the dish.)
- Drizzle of olive oil (optional, to sauté sweet potatoes)
Finishing
- 2 tablespoons Pure maple syrup (Use high-quality syrup for the best flavor.)
Instructions
- Cook the sausage patties: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Place the breakfast sausage patties in the skillet and cook them for 3-5 minutes on each side or until the meat is no longer pink inside. Once cooked, use a slotted spoon to transfer the sausages to a plate and set them aside.
- Sauté the sweet potatoes: In the same skillet, add the diced sweet potatoes. Drizzle with a little olive oil if the pan looks dry. Season the potatoes with salt, pepper, and sprinkle the cinnamon evenly over the top. Stir to combine the seasonings well.
- Cook until tender: Continue to cook the sweet potatoes over medium heat for 10-15 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent sticking and ensure even browning. Cook until the sweet potatoes are fork-tender and have developed a light golden color.
- Combine sausage and sweet potatoes: Return the cooked sausage patties to the skillet with the sweet potatoes. Drizzle pure maple syrup evenly over the entire mixture.
- Toss and serve: Gently toss the sausage and sweet potatoes together to combine the flavors without breaking up the sausage. Serve the hash warm as a delicious, hearty breakfast dish and enjoy!
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, ensure sausage patties are gluten-free.
- If you prefer a spicier dish, add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Using fresh sausage patties rather than pre-cooked ensures better flavor and texture.
- The olive oil for sautéing sweet potatoes is optional and depends on your skillet’s non-stick properties.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days and reheated on the stovetop or microwave.
- For added freshness, garnish with chopped parsley or green onions before serving.
