Potato and sausage stew
4 servings
30 minutes
Ragout with potatoes and sausages is a hearty dish that embodies the simplicity and comfort of American cuisine. Its roots lie in the traditions of quick and accessible meals when homemakers sought ways to prepare a tasty lunch from simple ingredients. Tender potatoes, juicy sausages, and aromatic vegetables come together in a rich dish enhanced by the spicy notes of thyme and paprika. The slight acidity of tomato paste adds depth to the flavor, while fresh dill completes the composition with a touch of freshness. This ragout requires no complex techniques; it is quick to prepare and its taste evokes the coziness of home and warmth of family meals. It pairs perfectly with crusty bread, highlighting its textural harmony. An excellent choice for dinner after a long day when one wants to feel full and enjoy simple yet magnificent flavors.
1
Chop the onion, carrot, and pepper into small cubes.
- Carrot: 1 piece
- Onion: 1 piece
- Bell pepper: 0.5 piece
2
Heat 1-2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a pan and sauté the carrots. Then add the onion and pepper, continuing to sauté for another minute.
- Carrot: 1 piece
- Onion: 1 piece
- Bell pepper: 0.5 piece
3
Chop the potatoes into small pieces, add to the pan, season with salt, pepper, hot paprika, and thyme.
- Potato: 8 pieces
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
- Hot paprika: 0.5 teaspoon
- Dried thyme: 1 teaspoon
4
Dissolve the tomato paste in 3 tablespoons of water, add it to the potatoes and mix. Cover the pan with a lid and simmer, stirring occasionally.
- Tomato paste: 1 tablespoon
5
After 15 minutes, add the chopped sausages and simmer for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with dill before serving.
- Sausages (wieners): 4 pieces
- Dill: to taste
