Description: A classic Irish dish featuring sausages (bangers) served with creamy mashed potatoes. It’s hearty, comforting, and full of flavor.
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 30 Minutes
Serving size: 2 Servings
Ingredients:
- 4 Irish banger sausages (or any preferred sausage variety)
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup milk or heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Gravy (optional)
- Steamed vegetables (optional)
Instructions:
- In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add the potato chunks. Cook for about 15-20 minutes or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
- While the potatoes are cooking, cook the sausages in a separate skillet over medium heat until browned and cooked through. Set aside.
- Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add the butter, milk or heavy cream, salt, and pepper.
- Mash the potatoes until smooth and creamy. Adjust the consistency with more milk or cream if needed.
- Serve the mashed potatoes alongside the cooked sausages.
- Optional: Top the sausages with gravy and serve with steamed vegetables for a complete meal.