Creole Skillet Potatoes with Smoked Sausage and Pepper-Jack

Creole Skillet Potatoes with Smoked Sausage and Pepper-Jack ingredients

• 1.5 lbs Russet potatoes
• 12 oz Smoked sausage (Andouille or Kielbasa)
• 1 medium Green bell pepper
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 medium Yellow onion
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 2 tsp Creole seasoning
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 cup Pepper-jack cheese
• 2 tbsp Green onions
• to taste Salt
• to taste Black pepper

How to make Creole Skillet Potatoes with Smoked Sausage and Pepper-Jack

1. Prepare the vegetables: Peel the 1.5 lbs of russet potatoes and cut them into 1/2-inch cubes. Place the diced potatoes in a bowl of cold water to rinse off excess starch, then drain thoroughly and pat them very dry with paper towels to ensure they crisp up when cooked.
2. Dice the green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and yellow onion into 1/2-inch pieces (this is your Creole 'trinity'). Mince the 3 cloves of garlic finely. Slice the 12 oz of smoked sausage into 1/4-inch thick rounds or half-moons.
3. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large (12-inch) cast-iron skillet or heavy-bottomed pan over medium-high heat. Add the sliced smoked sausage and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it is nicely browned and lightly crispy. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pan.
4. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet, if needed, then add the diced potatoes. Spread them in a single layer if possible. Cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are tender in the center and golden brown and crispy on the outside.
5. Add the diced green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and yellow onion to the skillet with the potatoes. Cook for 7-10 minutes, stirring frequently, until the vegetables have softened and the onion is translucent.
6. Stir in the minced garlic and 2 teaspoons of Creole seasoning. Cook for another 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the garlic is fragrant and the spices are well distributed.
7. Return the cooked smoked sausage to the skillet with the potato and vegetable mixture. Stir everything together gently to combine all the ingredients and ensure the sausage is heated through.
8. Sprinkle the 1 cup of shredded pepper-jack cheese evenly over the top of the skillet mixture. Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet with a lid, and let it cook for 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is completely melted and bubbly.
9. Remove the skillet from the heat. Garnish with 2 tablespoons of chopped green onions and serve immediately directly from the skillet, allowing everyone to enjoy the cheesy, savory goodness.

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