Craving a meal that’s both quick to make and bursting with flavor? Look no further than Honey Garlic Sausage Sweet Potatoes! This recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights, offering a healthy dose of nutrients without sacrificing taste. I often find myself reaching for this dish when I need something satisfying and delicious that I can whip up in under an hour. It’s the perfect combination of sweet and savory, and I promise, even the pickiest eaters will love it.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
Growing up, my grandmother always had a pot of sweet potatoes simmering on the stove. The aroma alone was enough to make my mouth water! While she made them with butter and brown sugar, this Honey Garlic Sausage Sweet Potatoes recipe takes that classic comfort food and elevates it with the savory kick of sausage and the delightful balance of honey and garlic. It’s a modern twist on a cherished memory, bringing together the best of both worlds.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 lb sausage (Italian or your favorite kind), sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Step-by-Step Instructions for Making the Recipe
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, toss sweet potatoes and sausage with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Make sure everything is well coated.
- Spread the mixture in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until sweet potatoes are tender and sausage is cooked through, flipping halfway.
- While the sweet potatoes and sausage are baking, prepare the honey garlic sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together garlic, honey, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Pour the honey garlic sauce over the sweet potato and sausage mixture.
- Mix everything well to coat evenly.
- Return to the oven for another 5-10 minutes, or until the sauce is caramelized and sticky.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving. Enjoy immediately!
Honey Garlic Sausage Sweet Potatoes
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, toss sweet potatoes and sausage with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Make sure everything is well coated.
- Spread the mixture in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until sweet potatoes are tender and sausage is cooked through, flipping halfway.
- While the sweet potatoes and sausage are baking, prepare the honey garlic sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together garlic, honey, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Pour the honey garlic sauce over the sweet potato and sausage mixture.
- Mix everything well to coat evenly.
- Return to the oven for another 5-10 minutes, or until the sauce is caramelized and sticky.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving. Enjoy immediately.