Description
Experience a taste of the South with these creamy and flavorful Swamp Potatoes. This dish combines red potatoes, smoked sausage, and a blend of Cajun spices for a hearty and satisfying meal that will leave you craving more.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 2 lbs red potatoes (washed and cubed)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 lb smoked sausage (sliced)
- 1 green bell pepper (chopped)
- 1 small onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chicken broth (or water)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Chopped parsley or green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Sausage: In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the smoked sausage and cook until browned, about 5–6 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, add bell pepper, onion, and garlic, cooking for 3–4 minutes until softened.
- Add Potatoes and Seasonings: Stir in the potatoes, Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Return the sausage to the pan and mix well.
- Cook the Potatoes: Pour in chicken broth, reduce heat to medium-low, and cover. Let the mixture cook for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are tender and creamy.
- Finish and Garnish: Uncover, stir in the butter, and cook uncovered for another 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley or green onions and serve hot.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add extra Cajun seasoning or a dash of hot sauce.
- You can use andouille sausage for more smoky heat.
- This dish makes a great side or a hearty main meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
