Apple-sausage hash is a comforting, flavorful dish that combines the savory goodness of sausage with the natural sweetness of apples, creating a perfect balance of flavors. Whether enjoyed for breakfast, brunch, or even dinner, this hash is a satisfying meal that’s easy to make and full of delicious textures. The caramelized apples bring a slight sweetness, while the sausage adds richness and depth, making each bite a delightful combination of savory, sweet, and slightly smoky.
To make apple-sausage hash, you begin by browning your choice of sausage, whether it’s mild or spicy, in a large skillet. The sausage is broken into crumbles as it cooks, releasing its savory flavor into the pan. Once the sausage is cooked through, it’s removed from the pan, and diced onions and garlic are sautéed in the leftover sausage fat, building a savory base for the hash.
Next, cubed potatoes — usually Yukon Gold or russet potatoes — are added to the skillet. These potatoes are pan-fried until golden and crispy on the outside, while remaining tender on the inside. The key to achieving the perfect crispy potato is letting them cook without stirring too much, allowing each piece to get a nice golden crust.
The star ingredient, apples, are sliced and added to the skillet towards the end of cooking. The apples caramelize slightly in the heat, enhancing their sweetness and providing a pleasant contrast to the savory flavors of the sausage and potatoes. A dash of cinnamon or a sprinkle of fresh thyme or rosemary can be added to give the dish a warm, aromatic note.
Once everything is combined and heated through, the apple-sausage hash is ready to serve. It’s delicious on its own but can also be topped with a fried egg for extra richness. You can also serve it with a side of toast or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
Apple-sausage hash is a versatile dish that can be made in advance and reheated, making it perfect for meal prep or busy mornings. The combination of savory sausage, crispy potatoes, and sweet apples makes it an irresistible, hearty dish that’s sure to become a breakfast favorite.
Ingredients
- 2 pcs apples cored and diced
- 1 lb sausage cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup potatoes diced
- 1 pcs onion chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil for cooking
- 1 tsp salt to taste
- 1/2 tsp black pepper to taste
- 1 tsp thyme fresh or dried
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in diced potatoes and cook for another 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the diced apples and cook for 5 minutes, until they start to soften.
- Stir in the crumbled sausage, salt, pepper, and thyme. Cook for another 5 minutes, until everything is heated through and well combined.
- Serve hot and enjoy your delicious Apple-Sausage Hash!
I don’t know about mixing apples with sausage. Seems weird. But I tried it and wow, it’s tasty!
This recipe was surprisingly good! The apples add a nice sweet touch. Will make again!
I didn’t have thyme so I used rosemary and it still turned out great. Just make sure to cook the potatoes longer.
lol so good
I’m skeptical about thyme + apples with sausage. It’s probably tasty, but it sounds like a weird flavor mashup.
Made it exactly as written and it came out hearty. I did cook the potatoes a tiny bit longer to get them more tender, but otherwise perfect.
Nice! I love that hearty combo—apples + sausage is such a good pairing. Cooking the potatoes a little longer makes total sense too.
I think 1 lb sausage is too much for only 1 cup potatoes. It was a bit sausage-heavy for me, but the flavor is solid.
Taste good, but my kids didn’t like it. They said it was weird mix of flavors.
Followed the steps pretty much exactly. The potatoes got tender, onions were sweet, and it tasted hearty. Next time I might add a little garlic too.
I think I might have used too much salt… 🤔
Not gonna lie, I didn’t measure thyme and accidentally used a lot. Still edible, but it was kinda overpowering. The rest was decent though.
Haha that happens! Thyme can go from subtle to “whoa” fast. Next time maybe start with half and add more at the end if it needs it. Glad it was still edible though—your flavor balance sounds pretty close.
Tried it, but it didn’t taste right. Maybe I did sumthin wrong? 🙁
So good! the kids ate it ALL! yay!
I used breakfast sausage and it still worked. The thyme flavor comes through nicely. Would definitely make again for weekend brunch.
Wait, thyme actually comes through? I usually go heavy on it and then it tastes kinda medicine-y lol. Did you use dried or fresh? Also how browned were the potatoes—crispy at all?
Good to know! I’ve been tempted to swap in breakfast sausage but wasn’t sure if it would overpower the thyme. Sounds like it balanced out nicely—adding this to my brunch list.
Apple and sausage? Gross. Can’t believe people eat this.
The ingredient list says 2 pcs apples—mine were huge and I doubled everything else… it got kinda sweet. Still edible though. Lol.
Tasty! But I added a little bit of garlic and it was bomb!
This turned out way better than I expected—sweet apples with savory sausage is such a good combo. I added a pinch of smoked paprika and it was perfect.
Pretty tasty and hearty. I think next time I’ll dice the potatoes a bit smaller so they cook through faster (mine were a little firm at 10 min).
Easy to make! I added some cheese on top. Yum!
I dunno… apples and sausage? Seems weird to me. Not sure if I like it.
Cheese on top sounds amazing! I’ll have to try that next time.
I made this and it was kinda bland until I added more pepper and salt at the end. Thyme might be subtle depending on brand.
Not bad, but I think it needed more seasoning. Little bland for my taste.
I agree! A little sprinkle of garlic powder would really kick it up a notch! 😋
Didn’t have thyme so I used basil and it was ok.
I dunno, sounds weird to put apples with sausage. Like, who does that?
Delicious!!
meh. Sausage was fine but the whole thing needed more seasoning for me. Also apples released a lot of juice, so it got a little mushy.
I added some garlic and it was bomb!! Thanks for the recipe!
This sounds like breakfast-for-dinner in the best way. The thyme with apples is such a nice combo—gotta try it.
Super quick and easy! I love how everything comes together. Will definitely make again!
This hash is amazing! I never thought apples and sausage would work so well together. I added a dash of cinnamon and it was a hit with my family! 😍
Wow, adding cinnamon sounds like a great idea! I’ll have to try that next time. 😋
Not sure about apples with sausage. Seems weird to me. 🍏🍖
Loved the flavors, but the directions are a tiny bit vague—like potato size matters. I diced small and it cooked fast, which I liked.
Yummy! I added some garlic for extra flavor, came out great!
This is so good! I’m making it again tonight!
Yum, I love this dish! The combination of flavors is just perfect!
This was such a cozy combo—sweet apples with savory sausage is weirdly perfect. I added a little extra thyme and it smelled amazing.
My potatoes took way longer than 10 minutes. I ended up adding a splash of water and covered it for a bit—then it worked.
Simple and tasty! It was a hit at dinner, even my kids loved it.
Easy recipe, but potatoes took too long to cook for me. Might try microwaving next time.
This was my first recipe I ever tried. I’m so proud of it turning out good! 😊
Wasn’t a fan, the apples got too mushy for my taste. I think I prefer my sausage with just potatoes.
Delicious! The thyme gave it a nice flavor. My family loved it!
I ain’t ever tried apple and sausage together before. Idk about this one. But I guess it’s worth a shot??
You should totally try it! The sweetness of the apples really balance out the savory sausage. Trust me, it’s a game changer!
I’m skeptical about apple in savory stuff… but wow. The apples add this caramel-ish vibe and it’s not overly sweet.
Good idea with the apples, but mine was a little too salty—maybe because my sausage was already seasoned. Next time I’ll halve the salt.
Yep, that sounds exactly like it—seasoned sausage can basically “bring its own” salt. Halving the added salt next time is a smart fix. 👍
Hmm. I don’t know if I’d cut it just because sausage is seasoned—maybe your potatoes were bigger? Like they soak up flavor different? Also I think 1 tsp salt is too much for a whole skillet but what do I know 🤷♀️
Followed the steps exactly and it turned out great. Thanks!
Glad to hear it turned out great! I always love when a recipe comes together perfectly. Did you add anything extra?
Really? This was a mess for me. I think I burnt the sausage or something. Maybe I didn’t do it right.
This dish was amazing! The apples add a nice sweetness. Will make again!
Not sure about the apples… I was skeptical, but honestly they add a nice sweet tang. Texture was great too.
Followed the steps pretty closely. The hash was tasty, but mine felt a little dry—next time I’ll cook the potatoes with a lid on part of the time.
Good call on the lid—potatoes can definitely dry out if they’re cooking too open. I’ll try partially covering next time too. Did you dice them pretty small or more chunky?
Hash? Is that a food or just someone’s leftovers? 😂
Haha, it’s definitely food! A mix of apples, sausage, and potatoes that makes a yummy dish. Give it a try! 😋
Easy to make and super filling! I made it for brunch and nobody could stop eating. Will definitely make again. Thanks!
Yum!! 🍏🍽️ I used sweet potatoes instead and it was still delicious! Maybe a little too sweet, but very good overall.
I made this for breakfast and it was amazing! The apples add a sweet touch! 🍏
This recipe is amazing! The sweetness of the apples with the sausage is a game changer. A family favorite now.
I followed the recipe pretty closely, but my onion never felt fully translucent after 5 minutes (maybe my pan runs hot). Tasted awesome anyway!
Mine never goes translucent either unless I add water or cover the pan 😅 5 minutes seems too short for onion chunks. But yeah, flavor-wise this hash sounds legit—apples + sausage is a weirdly good combo.
Glad it still turned out awesome! Onions can definitely stall if the pan is hotter/colder than expected or if they got diced a bit bigger—5 minutes is kind of a “best case” timeframe. I usually give them closer to 7-8 and keep things moving.
I used green apples instead of red and it came out sharper—still good though. Would make again with maybe a sweeter apple.
Great weeknight meal. I topped it with a fried egg and it tasted restaurant-level. Will make again for sure.
This turned out so good—sweet apples with savory sausage is a surprisingly perfect combo. I used fresh thyme and it smelled amazing while cooking.
Yummm!! Just the perfet balance of sweet and savory. Will make again!
I tried this but I think cooking the apples too long just makes them mushy. Maybe just add them last?
It’s alright I guess. Not my kind of dish but whatever. I made it anyway.
Pretty tasty, but my hash felt a bit dry—maybe because my skillet ran hot and I cooked the potatoes too long. A splash of water or more oil might help.
Mine stuck a little to the pan. Probably my heat was too high, but the flavor was still good.
The instructions are clear, but I wish it said how dark to brown the potatoes. I cooked them longer than 10 min and that helped a lot.
This sounds like the perfect comfort breakfast—sweet apple + savory sausage is a combo I didn’t know I needed. I’ll definitely try it with smoked sausage.
Wow, that combo totally makes sense—sweet apples balancing the savory sausage. I like that it’s quick too. I’ll try smoked sausage like you said.
I’m skeptical about apples in savory food… but wow. It doesn’t taste like dessert at all. I actually liked the tang.
Hash is just a fancy word for mixed up food, haha. But this was good.
Why would you put apples in a hash? That’s just weird. 🤔
I substituted maple sausage, and WOW! This recipe just got better. Try it! 😋
That sounds amazing! I love maple sausage! Can’t wait to try it myself.
Really? I don’t know about that, maple sausage seems a bit weird for a savory dish. 🤔
Yum!
The ingredient list says 2 tbsp olive oil, then it’s just “heat oil.” Wish it said if you’re supposed to cover the skillet or stir constantly, but I managed.
Not gonna lie, it’s kinda annoying when recipes skip details like whether to cover it or how often to stir. I made this once and my hash stuck to the pan a lil. Tasted good though.
Yeah, I ran into that too—“heat oil” is super vague 😅 But your process sounds like it worked out. I usually stir a bit more than “occasionally” just so the potatoes don’t stick as much.
Easy steps, and the timing seems reasonable. I’d probably add a little extra pepper though because 1/2 tsp feels light for me.
I followed it pretty closely but it tasted a little flat. Added more black pepper and a pinch of garlic and suddenly it was great.
Glad you figured it out! I’ve noticed black pepper really wakes this up—also thyme can be subtle depending on the brand. Next time I’d also try a tiny pinch of salt right at the end if it still feels flat.
Way too salty for me. I used 1 tsp like it says, but my sausage was already seasoned. Next time I’ll go half.
Totally get that—sausage seasoning varies a lot. If yours was already salty, half the salt is a smart move.
Can we talk about “2 pcs apples”? Like… are we talking medium? I used small ones and it was kinda apple-heavy. Flavor was still okay though.
dis is what my mom used to make but i never liked it. maybe u will tho.
My potatoes were mushy. Maybe I cooked them too long? Not sure if I’ll try again.
Yeah, mushy can happen if you cook them too long. Try cutting them a bit bigger next time or checking them earlier!
I dunno, potatoes are tricky sometimes. Mine always come out fine! Maybe just try again with less time.
I dunno about this combo. Sausage and apples? Seems off to me.
Why do you put apples in a hash? That’s just weird, not gonna lie.
Not bad, but the thyme felt overpowering to me. Maybe my thyme was too strong or I measured wrong.
This was sooo good! I never thought apples would go with sausage. My kids loved it!
I’m so glad you and your kids loved it! Apples and sausage is a genius combo. 🍏🍖
Really? Apples with sausage? I don’t know about that. Sounds kinda weird to me.
This recipe is a waste of time. Took forever to prep! 😤
I get that it’s a bit of work, but the taste totally makes up for it! 😋
Honestly the salt and pepper “to taste” is vague. I used more than I usually do and it turned out okay, but not gonna lie I was guessing.
Yeah, “to taste” can feel super vague. I usually start with half the salt/pepper the recipe says, then taste after the sausage is in—because salt really depends on how salty the sausage is.
Not bad, but the potatoes didn’t really get soft for me at 10 minutes. Probably my pieces were bigger. Still tasted good.
Yeah, 10 minutes can be tight for potatoes depending on size. I usually go closer to 15-20 unless they’re super small dice. Next time try smaller cubes or cover the pan for a bit so they steam-soften.
Mine never gets soft in 10 min either 😅 I cut the potatoes kinda thick though. Maybe the pan was too dry? I added a splash of water last time and it helped a lot. Tasted good either way!
This tasted like something my grandma would make, in a good way. Simple, filling, and I didn’t need fancy stuff.
It’s okay. My boyfriend liked it, but I found it a bit too sweet.
I can see why you’d think it’s sweet! Maybe less apple next time? My whole family loved it though!
I made something similar but with just apples and onions. Adding potatoes + sausage makes it way more filling—nice idea!
Yes! Potatoes + sausage totally upgrades it—more comfort-food vibes. 🍳 Next time I’ll add a little garlic too.
My onions never got translucent in 5 minutes because I was at too high heat. After lowering the burner it worked. Good recipe, just pay attention to your stove.
Totally agree—onions are picky. I always start medium and give them a little longer than 5 min if my pan runs hot. Nice save lowering the burner!
Not bad! The thyme is key. I didn’t have fresh thyme so I used dried and it was fine—just go easy on it.
Good to know! I’ve only used fresh thyme before, so I’ll go easy with dried next time.
I was skeptical about apples + sausage, but wow. The apple sweetness really balances the savory. Will make again.
I think the thyme is doing too much—tastes kinda medicinal to me. Would maybe use less or try rosemary instead.
Yeah I get that—thyme can come off kind of “medicinal” if you go heavy. I usually start with 1/2 tsp and only add more if I want it bolder.
Five stars. Also super easy—weeknight dinner win. My whole family went back for seconds.
Not sure about cooking apples only 5 minutes—mine never soften fast enough unless I dice them super small. Still, smells good.
I used breakfast sausage and it came out greasy. Still good, but I think using leaner sausage or draining would fix it.
That tracks—breakfast sausage usually has enough fat to make it pretty greasy. Next time I’d drain off some grease after you crumble it (or use a leaner sausage like you said). Still sounds tasty though!
This is actually a super easy skillet meal. I added a fried egg on top and it leveled it up a lot.
Yes!! I love when these hash recipes come together fast. The apples make it taste way more “restaurant” than it should 😄
Easy? Maybe for you haha. I cooked it and my potatoes were still kinda hard after 10 mins, so I had to add more time and a splash of water. Tasted good tho—just wish the instructions mentioned that.
meh… I guess it’s okay. The apples got mushy.
Super easy. I’m not a great cook and this was forgiving. Also my kitchen smelled amazing.
Yes! I love when a recipe is forgiving—this sounds like it would come out good even if I’m distracted. The smell probably takes it to another level.
Good idea but I wish the potatoes got more crispy. I cooked a bit longer and that helped a lot. Still tasted great.
Totally get that—hash needs that hot, dry-ish surface time. Next time try cranking the heat a bit and spreading the potatoes out (not crowding), and maybe let them sit undisturbed for 2–3 minutes before flipping. Glad cooking a bit longer helped though!
Apple in a hash? Honestly I was skeptical, but it surprised me. The apples break down just enough and it’s not sweet at all.
I was skeptical too, but that savory-sweet combo can work way better than I expected. The apples not getting too sweet is the key—this sounds like a solid weeknight hash.
My hash got brown fast before the potatoes were done. Medium heat my butt 😅 but when it finally cooked through it was tasty.
Yummy!
My potatoes were undercooked after 10 minutes. I ended up adding like 5-8 more minutes and a tiny splash of water. Still good!
This turned out way better than I expected—sweet apples with savory sausage is such a good combo. I used smoked sausage and it gave it tons of flavor.