Green beans and potatoes with polish sausage

Here’s a classic, comforting recipe for Green Beans and Potatoes with Polish Sausage — a one-pot meal that’s easy, hearty, and full of flavor. It’s great for a weeknight dinner or meal prep.

✅ Ingredients

Serves 4–6

• 1 lb (450g) Polish sausage, sliced into rounds (use kielbasa or any smoked sausage)

• 1 lb (450g) green beans, trimmed (fresh or frozen)

• 1½ lbs (680g) potatoes, peeled and cubed (Yukon gold or red potatoes are ideal)

• 1 medium onion, chopped

• 2–3 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter

• 1 cup chicken broth (or water with bouillon)

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

• Optional: Red pepper flakes, smoked paprika, or a dash of hot sauce for heat

🔪 Instructions

1. Sauté the sausage & onions

• In a large pot or deep skillet, heat the olive oil or butter over medium heat.

• Add the sliced sausage and chopped onions. Cook until the sausage is browned and onions are soft (about 6–8 minutes).

• Add the minced garlic and sauté another 1 minute, until fragrant.

2. Add the potatoes

• Stir in the cubed potatoes. Cook for 2–3 minutes to coat in the sausage drippings.

• Season with salt, pepper, and any optional spices (like paprika or red pepper flakes).

3. Add green beans and broth

• Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.

• Add the green beans on top. If using fresh, cover and steam them a bit longer; if frozen, just stir them in.

4. Simmer until tender

• Cover and cook over medium-low heat for about 20–25 minutes, or until potatoes and green beans are fork-tender.

• Stir occasionally, adding more broth or water if it gets too dry.

5. Taste and adjust

• Taste and adjust salt and pepper. If you like a bit of tang, add a splash of apple cider vinegar or a squeeze of lemon juice at the end.

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

• Serve as-is in a bowl — it’s a complete meal.

• Add crusty bread or cornbread on the side.

• Can also be served over rice or mashed potatoes for a heartier version.

🧊 Storage

• Refrigerate leftovers for up to 4 days in an airtight container.

• Freezer-friendly: Store in freezer-safe containers for up to 2 months. Reheat gently with a splash of broth or water.

Would you like a spicy Cajun-style version, a slow cooker version, or one made with canned green beans for convenience?