Makeover Sweet Potato Sausage Skillet Recipe

Makeover Sweet Potato Sausage Skillet Recipe Makeover Sweet Potato Sausage Skillet Recipe photo by Taste of Home Rating 3

This skillet supper is a real flavor sensation. Our Test Kitchen transformed it into a much-better-for-you version that you can be proud to serve. —Natalie Simons, Akron, Ohio

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Makeover Sweet Potato Sausage Skillet Recipe
  • Prep: 20 min. Cook: 15 min.
  • Yield: 8 Servings
20 15 35

Ingredients

  • 3 cups uncooked whole wheat spiral pasta
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 8 ounces smoked turkey sausage, cut into 1/4-inch slices
  • 1 medium green pepper, chopped
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 cup half-and-half cream
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Directions

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, place potatoes and water in a microwave-safe bowl. Cover and microwave on high for 4-5 minutes or until potatoes are almost tender.
  • In a large nonstick skillet, cook the sausage, green pepper and onion in oil over medium heat for 5 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer.
  • Stir in the tomatoes, cream, salt, pepper and potatoes; heat through. Drain pasta; stir into skillet. Sprinkle with cheese. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes or until cheese is melted. Yield: 8 servings.

Nutritional Facts 1-1/4 cups equals 253 calories, 10 g fat (5 g saturated fat), 44 mg cholesterol, 500 mg sodium, 28 g carbohydrate, 4 g fiber, 12 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1 medium-fat meat, 1 vegetable, 1 fat.

Originally published as Makeover Sweet Potato Sausage Skillet in Healthy Cooking August/September 2010, p22

Tip

Shred and Freeze Cheese

It’s usually cheaper to buy cheese in blocks than in shredded form. So I purchase large quantities of cheddar, Monterey Jack and mozzarella, then shred them myself in my food processor. I store the shredded cheese in the freezer in heavy-duty resealable plastic bags, so I have it at my fingertips whenever it’s needed. —Evelyn O., Parma, Ohio

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Reviewed on Oct. 02, 2012 by SanDiegoCathy

<p>Yummy! I used white potato since I rarely have sweet potatoes; and milk with butter instead of half and half. My tomatoes had green chilis in them which really gave it a kick! I ended up thickening the sauce with a few tablespoons of flour because my milk curdled a bit, it saved the day! Oh! and I added some pinto beans and avocado :)</p>

Reviewed on Feb. 03, 2011 by Susan's Kitchen

It was easy to make and tasted good especially if you like sweet potatoes. The sausage along with the bell peppers and onions gave it enough flavor for our liking.

Reviewed on Feb. 01, 2011 by mjlouk

We did not care for this at all.

Reviewed on Dec. 05, 2010 by hmusser82

This was simple, and good. My kids loved it which says a lot. I agree it could use a little kick or something but if i make it for my kids they won't eat anything even remotely spicy. I was so happy that they liked it though!

Reviewed on Aug. 28, 2010 by camberc

We really liked this! I agree that a heat would be nice, but I thought the sausage added a lot of flavor. My husband thought the sweet potatoes and pasta together were a little weird, so next time I might just use another vegetable, like mushrooms.

Reviewed on Jul. 31, 2010 by moongrrl

Quick to make and very filling but, as another reviewer noted, kind of bland. Next time, I'm using tomatoes with green chilies and adding oregano. A hint of cayenne might be nice, too.

Reviewed on Jul. 28, 2010 by briggs.jm

Easy, healthy ingredients, but bland. Needed some zip - if we make it again, will add either a bit of crushed red pepper or use a can of tomatoes with green chiles.

Reviewed on Jul. 24, 2010 by themrsh

I had all the ingredients and it was quick. Other than that I can't rave about it. The flavor was good but nothing really stood out. The main flavor was the sausage and everything else kind of got lost. It's worth it to make once to see if you like it.

 
 

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