Ingredients
2 cups diced potatoes
2 cups green beans (canned, frozen, or fresh)
1 cup Polish sausage, sliced
4 cups chicken broth
Salt and pepper, to taste
How To Make Green Beans and Potatoes with Polish Sausage
In a large pot, bring the chicken broth to a boil over medium heat.
Add diced potatoes and cook 5–7 minutes until just starting to soften.
Stir in green beans (canned, frozen, or fresh). Cook another 5–7 minutes.
Add sliced Polish sausage and simmer 5–10 minutes until potatoes are tender and sausage is heated through.
Taste broth, adjust with salt and pepper.
Serve hot and enjoy a comforting bowl of flavor!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Quick and easy—ready in about 30 minutes
Budget-friendly ingredients
Family-friendly comfort food
Works as a stovetop or slow cooker meal
Delicious leftovers for next-day lunches
Tips for Success
Use fresh green beans for the best texture.
Try smoked sausage or kielbasa for deeper flavor.
Cut potatoes into even sizes so they cook evenly.
Add onions or garlic for an extra flavor boost.
Variations
Slow Cooker Option: Add all ingredients and cook on low for 6–7 hours.
Spicy Twist: Use spicy Polish sausage and add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
Vegetarian Swap: Skip the sausage and use vegetable broth instead.
Herb Upgrade: Sprinkle with parsley or thyme before serving.
FAQs
1. Can I use canned green beans?
Yes, just reduce cooking time so they don’t get mushy.
2. What potatoes work best?
Red or Yukon Gold potatoes hold their shape well.
3. Can I make this ahead?
Yes, it reheats beautifully the next day.
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4. Does it freeze well?
Yes, though the texture of potatoes may soften.
5. Can I add carrots or corn?
Absolutely—extra veggies make it heartier.
6. How do I thicken the broth?
Mash a few potatoes into the broth while simmering.
7. Can I use turkey sausage?
Yes, it’s a lighter option.
8. How can I make it creamy?
Stir in a splash of cream or milk before serving.
9. What to serve with it?
Crusty bread, cornbread, or a fresh salad.
10. Can I double the recipe?
Yes, it scales up easily for larger families.
Health Benefits
Potatoes provide fiber and potassium.
Green beans are rich in vitamins A, C, and K.
Sausage adds protein for a filling meal.
How to Serve
Serve hot in bowls with crusty bread, cornbread, or over rice for a fuller meal.
Make Ahead and Storage
Make Ahead: Prepare and refrigerate up to 24 hours before serving.
Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Freezing: Freeze for up to 2 months (potatoes may soften).
Conclusion
This Green Beans and Potatoes with Polish Sausage recipe is the definition of comfort food made simple. It’s hearty, affordable, and versatile enough for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. Whether you serve it straight from the stovetop or let the slow cooker do the work, this dish is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.
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Does it freeze well?
Yes, though the texture of potatoes may soften.
5. Can I add carrots or corn?
Absolutely—extra veggies make it heartier.
6. How do I thicken the broth?
Mash a few potatoes into the broth while simmering.
7. Can I use turkey sausage?
Yes, it’s a lighter option.
8. How can I make it creamy?
Stir in a splash of cream or milk before serving.
9. What to serve with it?
Crusty bread, cornbread, or a fresh salad.
10. Can I double the recipe?
Yes, it scales up easily for larger families.
Health Benefits
Potatoes provide fiber and potassium.
Green beans are rich in vitamins A, C, and K.
Sausage adds protein for a filling meal.
How to Serve
Serve hot in bowls with crusty bread, cornbread, or over rice for a fuller meal.
Make Ahead and Storage
Make Ahead: Prepare and refrigerate up to 24 hours before serving.
Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Freezing: Freeze for up to 2 months (potatoes may soften).
Conclusion
This Green Beans and Potatoes with Polish Sausage recipe is the definition of comfort food made simple. It’s hearty, affordable, and versatile enough for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. Whether you serve it straight from the stovetop or let the slow cooker do the work, this dish is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.