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Name: Crispy Sausage with Herbed Rice and Roasted Potatoes
Prep time: 35 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 3 servings
Ingredients: 2 Italian sausages (about 6 oz each); 1 cup jasmine rice; 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced (about 10 oz); 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1/2 tsp dried thyme; 1/2 tsp dried rosemary; 1/2 lemon (for juicing); Salt and black pepper to taste; 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth or water

Crispy Sausage with Herbed Rice and Roasted Potatoes

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This dish delivers hearty comfort with a California twist: juicy Italian sausage, fluffy herbed rice, and crispy roasted potatoes, each component seasoned to perfection. Toasting the rice before simmering builds a nutty flavor base, while roasting the potatoes at high heat ensures irresistible crunch. A squeeze of lemon right before serving lifts the richness and brings a fresh zing, balancing every bite. This meal is perfect for a cool, mostly sunny California evening—simple, flavorful, and satisfying, with a balance of salt, fat, and acid for maximum deliciousness.

Ingredients

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss diced potatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
While potatoes roast, heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sausages and cook, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through, about 10-12 minutes. Remove sausages to a plate and let rest.
In the same skillet (do not wipe clean), add chopped onion and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring, until softened and lightly golden, about 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Stir in rice and toast for 1 minute, then pour in chicken broth or water. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 12-15 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
Slice sausages. Fluff rice with a fork and squeeze half a lemon over it. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Serve rice topped with sliced sausage and roasted potatoes on the side.