Creamy Sausage Stew

Submitted by Burgundy Damsel

"Got this from "Taste of Home" 2005 Best Holiday Recipes collection. Remarkably easy to make (I usually halve the recipe) with a minimum of ingredients, it cooked up creamy and delicious. Definitely a keeper! Serve in breadbowls for extra special presentation."

 

• Ready In: 1hr 35mins
• Ingredients: 12
• Serves: 8-12

ingredients

• 8 -10 medium red potatoes, cut into 1 inch pieces
• 2 large white onions, quartered
• 1 large green pepper, cut into 1 inch pieces
• 1 large sweet red pepper, cut into 1 inch pieces
• 2 lbs smoked Polish sausage, cut into 1 inch slices
• 1⁄3 cup vegetable oil (both work fine) or 1/3 cup olive oil (both work fine)
• 1 tablespoon dried basil
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 1 pint heavy whipping cream
• 3 tablespoons cornstarch
• 3 tablespoons water

directions

1. Place potatoes in a 5 qt roasting pan.
2. Add onions, peppers and sausage; toss gently.
3. Combine oil, basil, salt and pepper. Pour over meat and vegetables; toss well.
4. Cover and bake at 350* for 45 minutes; stir.
5. Add the cream; cover and bake 30-40 minutes longer (or until potatoes are tender).
6. Combine cornstarch and water; stir into stew.
7. Place on stovetop and bring to a boil, stirring constantly until thickened.