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Swamp Potatoes and Sausage Recipe

4.9 from 148 reviews

Hearty and flavorful swamp potatoes and sausage slow-cooked to perfection. This comforting dish features tender gold potatoes, smoky sausage, fresh green beans, and a blend of Cajun seasoning and onion soup mix. Perfect served with crusty bread to soak up the delicious juices.

Ingredients

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Vegetables and Seasonings

  • 3 pounds gold potatoes, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
  • 1 pound fresh green beans, cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 1 packet onion soup mix
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Protein and Fats

  • 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced
  • 1/2 cup butter

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Base: Add the cut gold potatoes and chopped onion to the bottom of a slow cooker. Drizzle with olive oil and season with kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, and Cajun seasoning. Toss gently to coat everything evenly, ensuring the potatoes are well seasoned.
  2. Add Layers: Layer the sliced smoked sausage evenly over the potatoes and onions. Next, scatter the fresh green beans on top of the sausage layer. Sprinkle the onion soup mix and garlic powder evenly over all the ingredients.
  3. Add Butter: Place pieces of butter evenly distributed over the top of the layered ingredients. This will add richness and help create a flavorful sauce as it melts during cooking.
  4. Slow Cook the Dish: Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook on Low setting for 6 to 7 hours. Stir the mixture a few times throughout the cooking process to evenly distribute flavors and ingredients. Check the tenderness of potatoes towards the end of cooking to ensure they are soft but not falling apart.
  5. Serve Warm: Once the potatoes are tender and the dish is aromatic and flavorful, give it a final stir and serve warm. Pair it with crusty bread for soaking up the delicious juices.

Notes

  • For best results, use gold potatoes as they hold their shape well during slow cooking.
  • You can adjust the Cajun seasoning according to your spice preference.
  • Stirring occasionally during cooking helps distribute flavors evenly.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated; flavors often improve after a day.
  • Consider serving with crusty bread or cornbread to complement the dish.

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