Sausage with Warm Fruit
Elevate your next meal with this irresistible recipe for Sausage with Warm Fruit, a perfect harmony of savory and sweet flavors that’s as comforting as it is unique. Tender sausages—whether pork, chicken, or plant-based—are paired with a luscious medley of sautéed apples, pears, and dried apricots, all simmered in a spiced orange juice glaze sweetened with honey or maple syrup. A touch of cinnamon and nutmeg brings warmth and depth to this autumn-inspired dish, while a garnish of fresh parsley or mint adds a vibrant finishing touch. Ready in just 30 minutes and brimming with seasonal flavors, this hearty yet refined skillet meal is ideal for a cozy dinner or an impressive brunch centerpiece.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 links sausages (any variety, such as pork, chicken, or vegan)
- 2 tablespoons butter (or olive oil for a dairy-free option)
- 1 medium apple, cored and sliced
- 1 medium pear, cored and sliced
- 0.5 cup dried apricots, halved
- 0.33 cup orange juice
- 1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option)
- 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.125 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley or mint (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the sausages. Cook for 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned and fully cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the butter (or olive oil) and let it melt. Lower the heat to medium-low.
Add the sliced apple and pear to the skillet. Sauté for 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften.
Add the dried apricots, orange juice, honey, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine and coat the fruit in the spiced mixture.
Continue cooking for another 3–4 minutes, allowing the liquid to reduce slightly and the fruit to become tender and warm.
Return the cooked sausages to the skillet, nestling them among the fruit. Cook for 2–3 additional minutes to reheat the sausages and allow the flavors to meld together.
Plate the sausages and fruit on a serving dish. Optionally, garnish with fresh parsley or mint for a pop of color and added aroma.
Serve immediately and enjoy this delightful combination of sweet and savory flavors!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1694 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 104.5 g | 134% | |
| Saturated Fat | 43.0 g | 215% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 263 mg | 88% | |
| Sodium | 3403 mg | 148% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 134.7 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.6 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 104.5 g | ||
| Protein | 53.0 g | 106% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 172 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 1861 mg | 40% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
