Irish Potato Kielbasa Food

KIELBASA WITH MASHED POTATOES

Steps:

• Put the potatoes in a large microwave-safe bowl and add 3 tablespoons water; cover with plastic wrap and microwave until tender, about 12 minutes.
• Meanwhile, cut the kielbasa into 4 equal pieces; halve lengthwise. Melt 1/2 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the kielbasa and cook, turning occasionally, until browned and heated through, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a plate and cover loosely with foil to keep warm.
• Increase the heat under the skillet to medium high; add the remaining 1 tablespoon butter. Add the broccoli and 1/4 cup water and cook, stirring, until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Add the sauerkraut and toss to warm through.
• Drain the potatoes. Warm the milk in the microwave, about1 minute; add to the potatoes along with the mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste. Coarsely mash with a potato masher or fork. Serve the kielbasa with the potatoes and the broccoli.

KIELBASA AND POTATOES

Steps:

• Slice kielbasa into 1/4 inch rounds.
• Place sliced kielbasa into a large skillet and cook over medium heat until they start to brown. Make sure to occasionally stir so that they don't stick.
• Carefully remove the kielbasa sausage from the skillet but be sure to leave any grease.
• Add in olive oil, diced potatoes, salt and pepper. Stir the potatoes and then cover the skillet. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until potatoes start to soften.
• Remove lid and add in diced onion and bell pepper. Keep cooking another 7-8 minutes or until they start to soften.
• Stir in minced garlic and cook 1-2 minutes more.
• Add in kielbasa and let warm through, about 5 minutes. Optional garnish with fresh parsley. Serve hot.

WARM POTATO AND KIELBASA SALAD

Steps:

• Put the potatoes in a large pot and cover with water by a few inches; season with salt. Bring to a simmer and cook until tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain the potatoes.
• Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the kielbasa and cook, tossing, until well browned, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the red onion and cook until just wilted but still crunchy, 1 to 2 minutes. Reduce the heat to low and whisk in the vinegar and mustard. Whisk in the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil until smooth; season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper.
• Transfer the hot potatoes to a large serving dish. Season the potatoes with 1 teaspoon salt, then pour the kielbasa mixture on top and gently toss. Add the celery, celery leaves, parsley and dill; toss. Serve warm.

POTATO KIELBASA SKILLET

Steps:

• Place potatoes and water in a microwave dish; cover and microwave on HIGH for 4 minutes or until tender; drain.
• In a large skillet, saute kielbasa and onion in oil until onion is tender.
• Add in potatoes; saute 3-5 minutes longer or until kielbasa and potatoes are lightly browned.
• Combine the brown sugar, vinegar, mustard, thyme, and pepper; stir into skillet.
• Bring to a boil; decrease heat and simmer, uncovered, 2-3 minutes or until heated through.
• Add in spinach and bacon; cook and stir until spinach is wilted.

KIELBASA, POTATO AND CABBAGE SOUP

Steps:

• Heat the oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat, add the kielbasa and brown. Remove the kielbasa to a paper towel-lined plate. Add the potatoes, paprika, coriander, allspice, carrots, celery, garlic, onions and some salt and pepper. Cook, partially covered, 5 to 6 minutes. Then wilt in the cabbage and season with a little nutmeg. Deglaze the pan with the beer. Add the stock and passata, then slide the kielbasa back in the pot and simmer to combine flavors, 15 minutes. Cool and store for a make-ahead meal. Reheat over medium heat. Finish the soup with the creme fraiche, herbs and lemon juice; serve in shallow bowls.

KIELBASA POTATO BAKE

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
• Mix sausage, potatoes, celery, bell pepper, onion, green onions, parsley, basil, cilantro, rosemary, and salt together in a casserole dish. Distribute pats of butter evenly on top of mixture. Cover with aluminum foil.
• Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour. Uncover and continue to bake for an additional 15 minutes.

IRISH POTATO KIELBASA

Steps:

• Heat the oil in a large frying pan and fry the sausage until brown all over. Remove from the pan and cut into 25 mm pieces.
• Cut the potatoes into 20mm cubes and add to the pan together with the onions and chilis. Add a little more oil if necessary. Stir fry until the potatoes are brown on all sides.
• Return the cut sausages, together the water, tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt and pepper to the pan and bring to the boil.
• Cover tightly and simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally and adding a little more water if necessary.
• Remove the cover and cook uncovered until any liquid reduces.

POTATO, KALE, AND KIELBASA CASSEROLE

Steps:

• In a kettle combine the potatoes, peeled and quartered, with enough water to cover them by 2 inches, bring the water to a boil, and boil the potatoes for 15 minutes, or until they are tender. Transfer the potatoes with a slotted spoon to a colander, reserving the cooking liquid, and force them through a ricer into a bowl. Add the butter, 1/2 cup of the broth, the vinegar, and salt and pepper to taste and combine the mixture well. Bring the reserved cooking liquid to a boil, add the kale, and boil it for 20 minutes, or until it is crisp-tender. Drain the kale in the colander, refresh it under cold water, and press out the excess water. Stir the kale and 1 cup of the MÜnster into the potato mixture and spread the mixture in a buttered 13- by 9-inch baking dish.
• In a large skillet brown the kielbasa over moderate heat and transfer it to a bowl with the slotted spoon. In the fat remaining in the skillet cook the onions over moderate heat, stirring, until they are golden and stir them into the kielbasa. Scatter the kielbasa mixture on top of the potato mixture, sprinkle it with the remaining MÜnster, and pour the remaining 1/4 cup broth on top. The casserole may be prepared up to this point 1 day in advance and kept covered and chilled. Bake the casserole in the middle of a preheated 400°F. oven for 20 minutes, or until it is heated through.

POTATO KIELBASA SKILLET

Steps:

• •Place potatoes and water in a microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave on high for 4 minutes or until tender; drain.
• • In a large skillet, saute kielbasa and onion in oil until onion is tender. Add potatoes; saute 3-5 minutes longer or until kielbasa and potatoes are lightly browned.
• • Combine the brown sugar, vinegar, mustard, thyme and pepper; stir into skillet. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 2-3 minutes or until heated through. Add spinach and bacon; cook and stir until spinach is wilted. Yield: 4 servings.