Sausages with lemon and rosemary roast potatoes is a delicious and hearty meal that combines the savory flavors of sausages with the bright, zesty, and aromatic notes of lemon and rosemary in perfectly roasted potatoes. Here’s a simple recipe to prepare this flavorful dish :
Ingredients :
For the roast potatoes :
750g potatoes (Yukon Gold, Maris Piper, or similar)
2 tbsp olive oil
2 sprigs of fresh rosemary, chopped
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
Salt and pepper to taste
2 garlic cloves, minced (optional)
For the sausages :
6 pork sausages (or your favorite type)
1 tbsp olive oil
Optional : 1 tbsp honey or mustard for glazing (optional)
Instructions :
For the Lemon & Rosemary Roast Potatoes :
- Preheat the oven : Set your oven to 200°C (390°F).
- Prepare the potatoes :
Peel (optional) and chop the potatoes into bite-sized chunks.
Place the potato chunks in a pot of cold salted water. Bring to a boil and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until they are just starting to soften but still firm (parboiled).
Drain the potatoes well and allow them to steam dry for a minute in the colander.
- Toss the potatoes :
In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, chopped rosemary, lemon zest, garlic (if using), and a generous pinch of salt and pepper.
Toss the parboiled potatoes in this mixture until evenly coated.
- Roast the potatoes :
Spread the potatoes on a baking tray in a single layer. Roast in the preheated oven for about 30-40 minutes, turning them halfway through, until they are golden and crispy on the outside.
Once cooked, drizzle with the lemon juice and toss to coat evenly.
For the Sausages :
- Cook the sausages :
While the potatoes are roasting, heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.
Add the sausages and cook, turning them occasionally, for 15-20 minutes until browned and cooked through. Alternatively, you can roast the sausages in the oven alongside the potatoes for about 20-25 minutes, turning once.
- Optional glaze : If you like a little extra flavor, brush the sausages with honey or mustard during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
To Serve :
Serve the crispy lemon and rosemary roast potatoes alongside the sausages, with a side of vegetables like steamed greens or a fresh salad.
Enjoy this simple yet flavorful meal !