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    Home » Roundups

    07/12/2022

    27 Best Sausage Dinner Recipes (Sausage Dinner Ideas)

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    Smoky, savory sausage makes for an affordable, protein-packed meal that the whole family is sure to love. Looking for different ways to prepare sausage to add more variety to your weekly menu? Try some of these filling, hearty, and mouthwatering dishes.

    Not only do these recipes come loaded with flavor but they’re easy to prepare and can save you loads of time on a busy weeknight. Here are some of our favorite sausage recipes that we think you’ll love just as much.

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    Seafood Gumbo Recipe
    Stir Fry Chinese Leeks and Sausage
    Homemade Summer Sausage
    Easy Shrimp Boil
    Shrimp Boil Foil Packs
    Sous Vide Italian Sausage
    Sausage Sheet Pan Dinner
    Greek Sausage & Peppers
    Sausage and Rice Casserole
    Homemade Bangers & Mash
    Creamy Pasta Salad with Summer Sausage
    Sausages and Sauerkraut
    Easy Sausage Rolls
    Sausage Mixed Grill
    Kielbasa and Potatoes Skillet Dinner
    Zuppa Toscana (Tuscan Bean Soup)
    Jambalaya
    Sausage and Peppers with Rice
    Spicy Sausage Rigatoni
    Apple Walnut Sausage Stuffing
    Creamy Tuscan Sausage Pasta
    Sausage Stuffed Eggplant
    Italian Sausage and Onion Pizza
    Spanish Paella
    Sausage Potato Casserole
    Stovetop Sausage Mac and Cheese
    Italian Sausage Bake
    Easy Sausage Dinner Recipe

    Seafood Gumbo Recipe

    Seafood Gumbo Recipe

    This authentic Louisiana seafood gumbo is hearty, comforting, and made with a flavorful roux, mixed seafood, sausage, and vegetables. If you take a trip to New Orleans, you’re sure to find gumbo on the menu. Now, you can recreate this delicious gumbo recipe in the comfort of your own home.

    Stir Fry Chinese Leeks and Sausage

    Stir Fry Chinese Leeks and Sausage

    This Chinese leeks and sausage dish is ideal for busy weeknights. It’s ready to eat in just 25 minutes.

    Homemade Summer Sausage

    Homemade Summer Sausage

    Make your own sausage in no time, even if you’re only a beginner chef. This summer sausage recipe is easy to make and can keep in the fridge for up to 3 weeks or in the freezer for 3 months.

    Easy Shrimp Boil

    Easy Shrimp Boil

    If you’re looking for a recipe that’s made for serving a crowd, Shrimp Boil is perfect for you. Give your dish a southern twist with this recipe which includes boiled shrimp, potatoes, corn, smoked sausage, onions, and loads of herbs and spices. In just 30 minutes, this delicious one-pot meal is ready to go!

    Shrimp Boil Foil Packs

    Shrimp Boil Foil Packs

    Whether you toss them on the grill or bake them in the oven, these foil pouches are easy to prepare and delicious. Loaded with shrimp, andouille sausage, corn, and potatoes, this hearty, tasty meal is perfect for summer entertaining.

    Sous Vide Italian Sausage

    Sous Vide Italian Sausage

    Cooking Italian sausage sous vide-style makes them extra tender and supremely juicy. Short on time? No problem. This recipe is delicious and quick!

    Sausage Sheet Pan Dinner

    Sausage Sheet Pan Dinner

    One-pan meals are great for busy weeknights. Toss sausage and veggies on a baking sheet with some seasoning and pop it into the oven. You’ll love how simple it is to create this tasty dish.

    Greek Sausage & Peppers

    Greek Sausage & Peppers

    This classic Greek dish is known as “spetzofai.” With sweet bell peppers and smoky sausage, this tasty dish is easy to make and absolutely delicious. Serve alongside some crusty bread and traditional feta cheese for a truly authentic meal.

    Sausage and Rice Casserole

    Sausage and Rice Casserole

    This one-pan meal is flavorful and delicious, and easy to make during the week. With smoky sausage, healthy rice, and bell peppers, this casserole is tasty and easy to put together.

    Homemade Bangers & Mash

    Homemade Bangers & Mash

    If you like traditional English bangers and mash, you’ll adore this recipe. Made with the tastiest onion gravy we’ve ever tried, this recipe is sure to please.

    Creamy Pasta Salad with Summer Sausage

    Creamy Pasta Salad with Summer Sausage

    Summer is the perfect time to enjoy a hearty pasta salad. Tossed with vegetables, sausage, and a creamy sauce you can whip up in a flash, this side dish is easy to make and packed with flavor. Leftovers keep well, so you can meal prep with this recipe, too.

    Sausages and Sauerkraut

    This dish is popular in countries like France, Italy, Germany, and more. Can’t get away this summer? Give yourself a taste of Europe with this fresh sauerkraut recipe. Made with chunks of juicy sausage meat, this recipe is both filling and delicious.

    Easy Sausage Rolls

    Easy Sausage Rolls

    These simple sausage rolls are easy to make and perfect for entertaining. With loads of flavor rolled up into one bite-sized appetizer, these sausage rolls will make your next event a hit.

    Sausage Mixed Grill

    Sausage Mixed Grill

    With three different types of savory, smoky sausage topped with peppers and tossed on the grill, this recipe is the ultimate summer barbecue meal. For your family dinner or for entertaining, this will become your new go-to recipe.

    Kielbasa and Potatoes Skillet Dinner

    Kielbasa and Potatoes Skillet Dinner

    Kielbasa and potatoes is a simple, hearty dish that is packed with flavor. With sweet peppers and a variety of seasonings, this recipe is sure to please the whole family.

    Zuppa Toscana (Tuscan Bean Soup)

    Zuppa Toscana (Tuscan Bean Soup)

    This is no ordinary soup! It’s a filling, tasty dish loaded with a combination of delicious flavors. Made with bits of sausage, crispy bacon pieces, and healthy kale, this recipe is irresistible.

    Jambalaya

    Jambalaya

    This recipe is packed with protein. It includes tender shrimp, juicy chicken, and savory sausage mixed with seasoned rice and healthy vegetables. The Cajun spices really bring out the flavors of this classic southern Jambalaya recipe.

    Sausage and Peppers with Rice

    Sausage and Peppers with Rice

    This recipe requires a handful of ingredients and only one pan. Sauté sausage, peppers, and onions for a quick and tasty meal that’s ready in half an hour.

    Spicy Sausage Rigatoni

    Spicy Sausage Rigatoni

    This recipe is a delicious taste of Italy. Made with perfectly al dente rigatoni, spicy Italian sausage, and covered in a delicious sauce made from San Marzano tomatoes, red wine, carrots, onions, and seasoning, this mouthwatering dish is easier to make than you may think.

    Apple Walnut Sausage Stuffing

    Looking for the perfect make-ahead stuffing recipe? This is it. With bits of sausage, apples, fresh herbs, and spices, this stuffing is going to be the main attraction at your next holiday gathering.

    Creamy Tuscan Sausage Pasta

    Creamy Tuscan Sausage Pasta

    This creamy pasta dish is loaded with sausage and bursting with flavor. It’s a comfort meal that is sure to hit the spot and is quick to prepare.

    Sausage Stuffed Eggplant

    Sausage Stuffed Eggplant

    If you’re looking for a healthy meal option that doesn’t disappoint, you’ve come to the right place. Tender, baked eggplant stuffed with savory sausage and covered in cheese, this healthy meal idea is about to become your new favorite.

    Italian Sausage and Onion Pizza

    Italian Sausage and Onion Pizza

    Tired of the same old pizza toppings? Give your homemade pizza a flavorful twist with this spicy sausage and caramelized onions recipe. You may never do take-out again!

    Spanish Paella

    Spanish Paella

    This popular Spanish dish is bursting with so much flavor and taste that everyone is sure to love it. Short-grain rice seasoned with saffron and loaded with meat, seafood, and fresh veggies, this traditional dish is always a crowd-pleaser.

    Sausage Potato Casserole

    Sausage Potato Casserole

    The ultimate comfort dish, this casserole is easy to prepare and always hits the spot. Combine tasty sausage with tender potatoes and a side of steamed veggies, and you have yourself a hearty meal in no time.

    Stovetop Sausage Mac and Cheese

    Stovetop Sausage Mac and Cheese

    The only thing that can make mac and cheese any better is tasty, smoky sausage bits for added flavor. In just 30 minutes, this tasty dish is ready to eat.

    Italian Sausage Bake

    Italian Sausage Bake

    Do you love spicy Italian sausage? This quick and easy dish needs only a handful of ingredients you probably already have on hand. Serve with crunchy bread and enjoy!

    This Authentic Louisiana Seafood Gumbo is hearty, comforting, and made with a flavorful roux, mixed seafood, sausage, and vegetables. If you take a trip to New Orleans, you’re sure to find gumbo on the menu. Now, you can recreate this delicious gumbo recipe in the comfort of your own home.

    Easy Sausage Dinner Recipe

    This authentic Louisiana seafood gumbo is hearty, comforting, and made with a flavorful roux, mixed seafood, sausage, and vegetables. If you take a trip to New Orleans, you’re sure to find gumbo on the menu. Now, you can recreate this delicious gumbo recipe in the comfort of your own home.
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    Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 40 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 55 minutes minutes
    Servings: 6
    Author: Izzy

    Ingredients 

    For the Roux

    • 2/3 cup vegetable oil
    • 1 cup all-purpose flour

    Seafood Gumbo

    • 1 yellow onion diced
    • 1 green pepper diced
    • 3 celery stalks chopped
    • 2 green onions chopped
    • 3 cloves garlic minced
    • 2 bay leaves
    • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning add more if prefer
    • 4-6 cups chicken broth add more if prefer
    • 3/4 pound andouille sausages sliced into coins
    • 1 pound mixed seafood such as mussels octopus, crab legs, crawfish or lobster
    • 1 pound raw large shrimp peeled and deveined
    • salt to taste
    • optional cooked white rice for serving

    Instructions 

    • Brown the sausage: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Then add the sliced sausage in a single layer. Cook for about 2 minutes per side until lightly browned. Transfer the sausage to a plate and set aside.
    • Make the roux: In a large pot over medium-low heat, add oil. Whisk in flour gradually until combined. Continue to cook, stirring constantly for about 20 to 30 minutes until the mixture reaches a brown color as milk chocolate. Keep a close eye on the roux and not to let it burn, adjusting the heat if needed. You can add more flour or oil if necessary.
    • Cook the veggies: Add veggies, garlic, bay leaves, and green onions. Then add chicken broth to the roux. Turn the heat to medium and stir well. Bring to a boil and cook for 5-6 minutes or until the veggies are slightly tender.
    • Season the broth: Add Cajun seasoning and salt. Taste and add more if needed.
    • Cook the seafood: Add seafood mix and cook for 2 minutes. Then add shrimp and cook for 3 minutes or until the shrimp turns pink. Add back the cooked sausages and mix well. Serve warm over rice and enjoy!

    Equipment

    Dutch Oven
    Wooden Spoon

    Notes

    • You can make roux 3 days in advance. Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
    • A good roux takes some time to come together. Take your time and stir constantly to get the best results.
    • Aim for a milk chocolate color. If you’ve burned your roux, start over again.
    • The cooked seafood gumbo can last 3-4 days in the fridge.
    Author: Izzy
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