A budget-friendly one-pan dinner of smoked sausage, crispy potatoes, onions, and peppers—fast, hearty, and customizable.

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14 oz smoked sausage, sliced into half-moons

4 medium potatoes, diced 1/2-inch

1 medium yellow onion, chopped

1 bell pepper, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 tbsp olive oil (or butter)

1 tsp paprika

1/2 tsp dried thyme

3/4 tsp salt, to taste

1/2 tsp black pepper

Optional: chopped parsley or green onions for garnish

1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

2. Add diced potatoes; cook 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and nearly tender.

3. Stir in onion and bell pepper; cook 4–5 minutes until softened.

4. Add smoked sausage; cook 6–7 minutes until browned at the edges.

5. Stir in garlic, paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper; cook 1 minute until fragrant.

6. Taste and adjust seasoning; garnish and serve hot. Optional: top with shredded cheese or a fried egg.