Makkarakastike perunamuusilla (Sausage Sauce with Mashed Potatoes)
A comforting and beloved Finnish dish featuring pan-fried sausages in a creamy, savory sauce, traditionally served with fluffy mashed potatoes. It's a staple in Finnish homes for its simplicity and satisfying taste.
🧂 Ingredients
- 400 g Pork sausages(e.g., lenkkimakkara, sliced)
- 1 medium Onion(chopped)
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 2 tbsp All-purpose flour
- 4 dl Milk
- 1 dl Beef or vegetable broth
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
- 800 g Potatoes(for mashing)
- 50 g Butter(for mashed potatoes)
- 1 dl Milk(for mashed potatoes)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Peel and boil potatoes until tender. Mash them with butter and milk until smooth. Season with salt.
- 2
While potatoes are cooking, fry the sliced sausages in a pan until browned. Remove sausages and set aside.
- 3
In the same pan, melt butter and sauté the chopped onion until softened and translucent.
- 4
Sprinkle flour over the onions and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring, to form a roux.
- 5
Gradually whisk in the milk and broth, stirring continuously to create a smooth sauce. Bring to a simmer and cook until thickened.
- 6
Return the fried sausages to the sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for a few more minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- 7
Serve the sausage sauce hot over the mashed potatoes.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Use a good quality Finnish sausage for the best flavor.
- ✓Don't overcook the sausages, as they will continue to cook in the sauce.
- ✓For a richer sauce, you can add a tablespoon of crème fraîche or sour cream at the end.
🔄 Variations
- Add some chopped parsley or chives to the sauce for freshness.
- Serve with boiled new potatoes instead of mashed potatoes.