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Turkey Sausage with Caramelized Onions and Creamy Mushroom Gravy: A Comfort Food Masterpiece

Savor Turkey Sausage with Caramelized Onions and Creamy Mushroom Gravy for a rich, comforting meal today

Ingredients

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  • For the Oven-Caramelized Onions
  • 2medium red onions, peeled and cut into8wedges each
  • 2 tablespoonsolive oil
  • 2 tablespoonsbrown sugar
  • 2 tablespoonsbalsamic vinegar
  • ½ teaspoonsea salt
  • ½ teaspoonred pepper flakes
  • For the Turkey Sausage and Mushroom Gravy
  • 2 tablespoonsolive oil
  • 2pounds turkey sausage links
  • 2 tablespoonsunsalted butter
  • 2cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cupsliced mushrooms
  • ¼ cupall-purpose flour
  • 2¼ cupsbeef or chicken stock
  • ½ teaspoonsea salt, plus more to taste
  • ½ teaspoonfreshly ground black pepper
  • For Serving
  • Mashed potatoes (homemade or store-prepared)
  • Fresh parsley or chives, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. 1. Caramelize the Onions
  2. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
  3. Place the onion wedges in a single layer on the tray. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, brown sugar, balsamic vinegar, salt, and red pepper flakes. Pour over the onions and toss well to coat.
  4. Roast for 20 minutes, flip the onions, and continue roasting for another 25 minutes until soft, golden, and
  5. caramelized. Set aside.
  6. 2. Cook the Turkey Sausage
  7. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the turkey sausage and cook for 18–20 minutes, turning often, until evenly browned and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F / 74°C).
  8. Transfer to a plate and cover loosely to keep warm.
  9. 3. Prepare the Mushroom Gravy
  10. In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the garlic and mushrooms and sauté for 4–5 minutes, until the mushrooms release their moisture and begin to brown.
  11. Sprinkle the flour over the mushrooms and stir constantly for 1 minute to form a roux.
  12. Gradually pour in the stock, whisking continuously to avoid lumps. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5–7 minutes, until the gravy thickens.
  13. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  14. 4. Assemble and Serve
  15. Spoon a generous serving of mashed potatoes onto each plate. Top with turkey sausage, drizzle with plenty of mushroom gravy, and finish with a spoonful of caramelized onions.
  16. Garnish with fresh parsley or chives and serve warm.
  • Author: Chef mia