Sausage and Mash
Sausage and mash is a hearty favourite that often wins over dads faster than a football match on telly – it's the ultimate comfort food hug. This classic dish promises a nostalgic, satisfying experience, evoking warmth and simple joys, making it an aspirational choice for family gatherings or a cosy night in.
The recipe showcases succulent sausages alongside creamy mashed potatoes, with flavours of savoury meats, buttery spuds, and a fresh sauce featuring tomatoes and mushrooms. Textures range from fluffy and smooth to juicy and tender, highlighting key ingredients like chives for a subtle herbal note, all brought together in a straightforward preparation.
Cook: 20 minutes
Ingredients
Mash
- 500g flour potatoes, peeled and roughly diced
- 100ml milk
- 1 tbsp. chives, finely chopped
- 3 tbsp. butter
- pinch grated nutmeg
- maldon salt and freshly ground black pepper
Sausages
- 6 Toubelaise sausages or your dads favourite
Sauce
- 2 tomatoes, diced
- 6 mushrooms, cleaned, trimmed and finely chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp chives, finely chopped
- salt and freshly ground black pepper
To Serve
- 12 chive sprigs
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