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When it comes to breakfast, few dishes can rival the hearty satisfaction of a skillet meal. The Maple Sausage Sweet Potato Breakfast Skillet combines the savory richness of maple breakfast sausage with the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes, creating a comforting and flavorful start to your day. This dish not only tantalizes the taste buds but also presents a vibrant medley of colors, making it as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate.

Maple Sausage Sweet Potato Breakfast Skillet

Start your day with a burst of flavor with this Maple Sausage Sweet Potato Breakfast Skillet! This hearty dish blends savory maple sausage with the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes for a satisfying breakfast. Packed with colorful vegetables and aromatic spices, it pleases both the taste buds and the eyes. Quick to prepare and full of nutritional benefits, it’s perfect for busy mornings or leisurely weekends. Gather your ingredients and enjoy a delicious start to your day!
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Ingredients
  

1 lb maple breakfast sausage (bulk or casings removed)

1 medium sweet potato, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes

1 red bell pepper, diced

1 small onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tsp smoked paprika

1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

Salt and pepper, to taste

3 eggs (optional, for topping)

2 tbsp olive oil

Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)

Instructions
 

Cook the Sausage: In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the maple sausage to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook for approximately 5-7 minutes or until it is browned and fully cooked through. Once done, remove the sausage from the skillet, and set aside, leaving the drippings in the pan.

    Sauté the Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Then add the diced sweet potato and cook for about 5 minutes. Stir occasionally until the sweet potato begins to soften.

      Add Aromatics: Incorporate the diced onion and red bell pepper into the skillet. Sauté for another 5-7 minutes until the onion turns translucent and the sweet potatoes are nice and tender.

        Season: Stir in the minced garlic, smoked paprika, ground cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to mingle.

          Combine: Return the cooked sausage back into the skillet. Mix thoroughly to combine all ingredients and heat everything through on medium heat for about 2 minutes.

            Optional Eggs: If you decide to use eggs, create small wells in the mixture with a spoon and crack one egg into each well. Cover the skillet with a lid and cook until the eggs are set to your preference, roughly 4-5 minutes for runny yolks.

              Cheese & Garnish: If desired, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the skillet mixture. Cover the skillet again for a couple of minutes, allowing the cheese to melt. Finish by garnishing with freshly chopped parsley.

                Serve: Serve the warm skillet mixture on plates, ensuring everyone gets a good mix of sausage, sweet potato, and vegetables. Enjoy your hearty and flavorful Maple Sausage Sweet Potato Breakfast Skillet!

                  Prep Time, Total Time, Servings:

                    15 minutes | 30 minutes | 4 servings