Pan-Seared Sausage with Lady Apples and WatercressPhoto by Hirsheimer & Hamilton
A simple white wine pan sauce brings this one-skillet dinner together.
Recipe information
Total Time
30 minutes
Yield
Makes 4 servings
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound lady apples, halved through stem ends
1 1/2 pounds sweet Italian sausages
1/2 cup dry white wine
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 bunch watercress, trimmed (about 6 cups)
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
Preparation
Step 1
Heat oil in a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Add apples, cut side down, and cook, turning occasionally, until golden brown, 5–8 minutes.
Step 2
Prick sausages with a fork, add to skillet with apples, and cook, turning occasionally, until browned, 10–12 minutes. Add wine and vinegar to skillet. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until thickened (liquid should coat a spoon), about 4 minutes. Add watercress and toss to coat; season with salt and pepper.
Step 3
Serve with pan juices spooned over.
Nutrition Per Serving
Per serving: 560 calories
40 g fat
3 g fiber
#### Nutritional analysis provided by Bon Appétit
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