Shredded Potatoes with Sausage and Apples

Use prepared shredded hash brown potatoes to get a head start on this fast flavor-packed sausage dinner.


Shredded Potatoes with Sausage and Apples

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Servings: Makes 4 servings.
Total Time: 30 mins

 
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Ingredients
  • 2 Tbsp.
    olive oil
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  • 2 Tbsp.
    butter
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  • 1/2 of a 26-oz. pkg.
    frozen shredded hash brown potatoes (about 5 cups)
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  • 1 Tbsp.
    snipped fresh thyme or 1 tsp. dried thyme, crushed
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  • 6 oz.
    cooked smoked sausage, coarsely chopped
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  • 1 medium
    apple, such as Golden Delicious, cut into thin wedges
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Directions
1.
In a 10-inch cast-iron or nonstick skillet heat the oil and 1 tablespoon of the butter over medium heat. Add potatoes in an even layer. Cook 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned. Stir in half the thyme and 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper. With a wide metal spatula press down firmly. Cook about 8 minutes more or until potatoes are tender.
2.
Meanwhile, in a medium skillet melt remaining 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat. Add sausage and apple. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes or until apple is tender. Stir in remaining thyme.
3.
Unmold potatoes onto serving platter; top with apple mixture. Add salt to taste. Makes 4 servings.

Nutrition information
Per serving: Calories 376, Total Fat 27 g, Saturated Fat 10 g, Monounsaturated Fat 13 g, Polyunsaturated Fat 3 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Sodium 866 mg, Carbohydrate 23 g, Total Sugar 5 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 12 g. Daily Values: Vitamin C 19%, Calcium 3%, Iron 9%. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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