Description

These Potato and Sausage Foil Packets are a hearty and flavorful all-in-one meal, perfect for grilling or baking. Combining tender baby potatoes, smoked sausage, fresh green beans, carrots, corn, and aromatic herbs, this easy recipe comes together quickly and cooks in foil packets for minimal cleanup. Serve with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a delicious and satisfying dish ideal for family dinners or outdoor gatherings.

Ingredients

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Vegetables

1 pound baby potatoes (halved)
1 (12-oz) bag fresh green beans (trimmed)
1 (12-oz) bag baby carrots (thick ones halved lengthwise)
2 ears corn (kernels shaved off)
1 yellow onion (peeled, halved and thinly sliced)

Proteins & Fats

1 (12 to 14-oz) package smoked sausage (such as Kielbasa; cut into 1/2 inch slices)
1 tablespoon oil
2 tablespoons butter (or more to taste)

Seasonings

1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon dried parsley
¼ teaspoon dried rosemary
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
Salt & pepper (to taste)

Garnish

2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional to serve)

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Instructions

Par-cook Potatoes: Place the halved baby potatoes in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave for 4 minutes to soften them slightly. Alternatively, boil the potatoes in salted water on the stove for 8 minutes. Set aside to cool slightly.
Prepare Cooking Setup: Preheat your grill or oven to 425°F (220°C). Meanwhile, lay out 4 large pieces of aluminum foil, each about 18 inches long, on a clean surface for assembling the packets.
Toss Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the par-cooked potatoes, smoked sausage slices, trimmed green beans, halved baby carrots, shaved corn kernels, and thinly sliced onion halves. Add the oil, garlic powder, dried parsley, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper. Toss everything together thoroughly to evenly distribute the seasonings.
Assemble Foil Packets: Divide the mixed ingredients evenly among the centers of the foil pieces. Top each pile with ½ tablespoon of butter.
Seal Foil Packets: Fold and crimp the longer edges of each foil piece first, then fold and crimp the shorter edges to completely seal the packets, making sure they are well closed to lock in steam and juices during cooking.
Cook Packets: Place the sealed foil packets on the grill or in the preheated oven. Cook for approximately 30 to 40 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the sausage is thoroughly heated.
Serve: Carefully open the hot foil packets, being cautious of the steam and juices inside. Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley if desired, and serve immediately.

Notes

You can microwave the potatoes to save time, or boil them if preferred.
If grilling, place the packets over medium heat and turn occasionally to ensure even cooking.
Feel free to customize the vegetables to your liking, such as adding bell peppers or zucchini.
Use thicker-cut sausage slices to prevent them from breaking apart during cooking.
Be cautious when opening foil packets as steam and hot juices can cause burns.
Leftover packets can be refrigerated and reheated in the oven or microwave.