Savory Beer-Baked Potatoes with Kielbasa and Carrots
Ingredients:
- 4 large potatoes, washed and diced into 1-inch cubes
- 3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced into rounds
- 1 lb Kielbasa sausage, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
- 1 can (12 oz) of your favorite beer
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the Vegetables and Sausage:
- Wash and dice the potatoes into 1-inch cubes.
- Peel and slice the carrots into rounds.
- Slice the Kielbasa sausage into 1/2-inch rounds.
- Create the Cooking Mixture:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced potatoes, sliced carrots, and Kielbasa sausage.
- Add minced garlic, garlic salt, and black pepper to the bowl.
- Pour in the Beer:
- Slowly pour the entire can of beer over the mixture.
- Add the Butter:
- Drizzle the melted butter over the ingredients.
- Mix Thoroughly:
- Gently toss the mixture until the vegetables and sausage are evenly coated with the beer, butter, and seasonings.
- Transfer to Baking Dish:
- Transfer the mixture to a large baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Cover and Bake:
- Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven at 375°F for 45 minutes.
- Uncover and Increase Temperature:
- After 45 minutes, uncover the dish and increase the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C).
- Continue Baking:
- Bake uncovered for an additional 30 minutes or until the potatoes are golden and fork-tender.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Once done, remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes.
- Garnish with fresh chopped parsley if desired.
- Serve hot and enjoy your delicious beer-baked potatoes, carrots, and Kielbasa sausage!
This recipe combines the rich flavors of beer, garlic, and butter to create a mouthwatering and easy-to-make meal. Perfect for a comforting dinner with minimal effort!
