Making mashed potatoes= Make your mashed potatoes according to the basic recipe (LINK) and keep warm. Add extra milk and butter for an extra creamy texture.
How to fry farmer's sausages without letting them jump: Melt a knob of butter in a pan over medium heat.
Let the butter foam slightly and place the sausages in it. Do not put the heat too high, because a pan that is too hot will cause the sausages to burst and lose their juices.
Brown the sausages gently on both sides. Use tongs to turn them and do not prick them with a fork, so that they remain juicy.
Remove the sausages from the pan and set aside.
Making meat sauce
Pour off any excess fat from the pan and deglaze the pan with the brown stock.
Let the stock reduce for a few minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
At the end, beat in a knob of cold butter – this is called 'monter au beurre' in the kitchen and gives a nice shine and extra flavour. Season with salt and pepper.
ServeSpoon the mashed potatoes onto plates and make a well in the middle. Add the fried farmer's sausage and pour the meat sauce into the well. Enjoy this delicious, nostalgic meal!
Tips
- Extra creamy puree?Add some extra milk and butter and stir well.
- Do you want less fat?Use less butter or fry the sausages in a dry pan with a non-stick coating.
- Serve with a fresh touch:A chicory salad with mayonnaise (link) goes perfectly with this.