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Green Beans Potatoes and Sausage

Green Beans Potatoes and Sausage is a classic Southern comfort dish made with simple ingredients and bold flavor. It’s hearty, budget-friendly, and can be cooked on the stovetop or baked in the oven. Perfect for busy weeknights or slow Sunday dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb fresh green beans trimmed (or 2 cans no-salt-added green beans, drained)
  • 1½ lb baby potatoes halved
  • 14 oz andouille sausage sliced
  • 1 medium onion sliced
  • 1 bell pepper sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp all-purpose flour optional, for smothered stovetop version
  • 1½ tsp Cajun or Creole seasoning
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ¼ tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • ½ tsp salt adjust to taste

Equipment

  • Large skillet or Dutch oven
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Wooden spoon
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Baking dish (for oven method)

Method
 

  1. Wash the green beans, trim the ends, and cut the potatoes into even pieces. Slice the sausage and set everything aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sausage and brown well on both sides.
  3. Add onion and bell pepper. Cook until soft, then stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  4. Add butter and let it melt. Sprinkle in flour if using, and stir for 1 minute.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and add seasonings. Scrape the pan to release flavor.
  6. Add green beans and potatoes. Stir gently to coat.
  7. Cover and simmer on low for 25–35 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender.
  8. (For oven method: transfer to a baking dish, cover, and bake at 375–400°F for 35–45 minutes.)
  9. Taste and adjust seasoning. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.