Best 7 Tuscan Grapes And Sausages Recipes

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Are you craving a delightful culinary experience that tantalizes your taste buds with the flavors of Tuscany? If so, then our article is tailor-made for you! Let us take you on a gastronomic journey as we explore the art of creating the perfect Tuscan grapes and sausages dish. In this comprehensive guide, we'll delve into the secrets of this classic Italian recipe, providing you with step-by-step instructions and expert tips. Along the way, we'll discover the delicate balance between sweet and savory flavors, the importance of choosing the right ingredients, and the techniques that will elevate your dish to new heights. So, prepare to embark on a culinary adventure as we unlock the secrets of this mouthwatering Tuscan delicacy!

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

ROASTED SAUSAGES AND GRAPES



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Provided by Food Network

Time 40m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 pounds Italian hot sausage
1 1/2 pounds Italian sweet sausage
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
5 to 6 cups (2 pounds) red or green seedless grapes, stems removed
2 to 4 tablespoons dry red wine, preferably Chianti
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
Fresh Foccaccia or Ciabatta bread, to serve

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 500 degrees.
  • Parboil the sausages in water to cover for 8 minutes to rid them of excess fat.
  • Melt the butter in a large heatproof roasting pan, add the grapes, and toss to coat. Over moderately high heat add the wine. Stir with a wooden spoon for a few minutes until the wine has reduced by half.
  • Using tongs, transfer the parboiled sausages to the roasting pan and push them down in the grapes so the sausages will not brown too quickly. Roast in the oven, turning the sausages once, until the grapes are soft and the sausages have browned, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Place the roasting pan on top of the stove over a medium-high heat and add the balsamic vinegar. Scrape up any browned bits on the bottom of the roasting pan, and allow the vinegar and juices to reduce until they are thick and syrupy. With a slotted spoon, transfer the sausages and grapes to a serving platter.
  • Pour the sauce over the sausages and grapes and serve immediately, accompanied with fresh bread.

SAUSAGES AND GRAPES WITH CHEESY POLENTA



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 sweet Italian sausages (about 4 ounces each)
6 cloves garlic
1/2 cup dry red wine
1 1/2 pounds seedless red grapes (5 to 6 cups)
1/2 to 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
4 cups whole milk
1 cup quick-cooking polenta
4 sprigs fresh thyme, leaves stripped
1 cup grated fontina cheese (about 3 ounces)
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, plus more for topping

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sausages and cook, turning once, until golden, about 6 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Add the wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Add the grapes and spread the mixture into an even layer. Cover and continue to cook until the sausages are cooked through, about 10 minutes. Remove the sausages to a plate; cover with foil to keep warm.
  • Increase the heat to high and continue cooking the grapes until they burst and the sauce is reduced, about 12 minutes. (Mash the grapes slightly with a fork if they¿re not bursting.) Remove from the heat and stir in the vinegar; season with salt and pepper.
  • Meanwhile, bring the milk and 2 cups water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Whisk in the polenta and thyme. Reduce the heat to low and cook, whisking often, until the polenta thickens, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the fontina until smooth; season with salt and pepper.
  • Stir the parsley into the grape sauce and slice the sausages. Top the polenta with the sausages, grape sauce and more parsley.

ROASTED SAUSAGES WITH GRAPES AND ONIONS



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You can use any kind of sausages in this cozy, autumnal dish, filled with roasted sweet grapes and vinegar-spiked onions. Spicy Italian sausages made from pork, chicken or turkey, fresh chorizo or merguez, will give the dish a kick, while milder sausages like chicken and apple, bratwurst or Weisswurst make for a gentler meal. Serve this on a bed of polenta or mashed potatoes, or with some crusty bread to sop up the vinegary, sausage-rich pan juices, and a green salad on the side. If you want to halve this recipe, reduce the oven temperature to 425 degrees; otherwise the smaller amount of food in the pan might get too brown.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     easy, weekday, sausages, main course

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 large Spanish onion, thinly sliced
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt, plus more to taste
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
4 cups seedless red grapes (1 1/4 pounds), destemmed
1 teaspoon fennel, coriander, cumin or caraway seeds, lightly crushed
1 pound any sausages, poked all over with a fork
1/2 cup parsley, coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons chopped chives
2 teaspoons rice vinegar or sherry vinegar, plus more to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 450 degrees. On a large (13-by-18-inch) rimmed baking sheet, toss together onion slices, 2 tablespoons oil, salt and pepper, and spread in an even layer. Roast for 8 to 12 minutes, until the onions turn translucent and the thinnest pieces take on a pale gold color at the edges.
  • After 10 minutes, add grapes, seeds and the remaining 2 tablespoons oil to pan with onions, and toss well. Spread in an even layer and nestle sausage into the mixture.
  • Roast until sausage has browned, 25 to 30 minutes, flipping sausage and tossing grapes and onions halfway through.
  • Transfer sausages to a platter or to individual plates. Add parsley and chives to pan with grapes and onions and gently toss (this warms up and wilts the herbs). Use a slotted spoon to transfer grapes and onions to plates with the sausages.
  • Add vinegar to rimmed baking sheet and scrape up any browned bits on the tray. Drizzle pan juices over the grapes and sausages, taste, and sprinkle more salt or vinegar on top, if desired.

FUSILLI WITH GRAPE TOMATOES AND SAUSAGE



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Chunks of hot Italian sausage and corkscrew pasta are cooked with mixed greens and grape tomatoes in this quick and colorful dish.

Provided by Dole

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Dole

Time 35m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (7.75 ounce) package DOLE® Extra Veggie™ with Grape Tomatoes
1 clove garlic, minced
2 links hot Italian sausage, cooked and chopped in bite-size pieces
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup dry fusilli pasta or rotini pasta, cooked according to package directions
¼ cup chicken broth
1 pinch Salt and ground black pepper, to taste
Grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Remove grape tomatoes from pouch and cut in half; set aside.
  • Saute garlic and cooked sausage in olive oil in large skillet over medium-high heat 2 to 3 minutes or until garlic is softened. Add salad blend and tomatoes; saute 3 to 4 minutes longer or until salad blend starts to wilt.
  • Add cooked pasta and broth; cook, stirring until heated through. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 475.1 calories, Carbohydrate 26.3 g, Cholesterol 69.3 mg, Fat 30.2 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 24.5 g, SaturatedFat 9.8 g, Sodium 895.1 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

ITALIAN SAUSAGE WITH RED GRAPES



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Categories     Sauté     Quick & Easy     Vinegar     Sausage     Fall     Grape     Gourmet

Yield Makes 6 main-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 lb sweet Italian sausage (about 12 3- to 4-inch links)
2 lb seedless red grapes, stemmed
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
Accompaniment: sautéed greens with garlic

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderate heat until hot but not smoking, then cook sausages, turning over once, until well browned, about 8 minutes total. Add grapes and cook, stirring occasionally, until sausages are cooked through and grapes are softened, 10 to 12 minutes. Stir in vinegar and salt and pepper to taste.

TUSCAN GRAPES AND SAUSAGES



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This recipe is one of my go-tos when entertaining. It's simple, elegant and you can entertain your guests instead of spending the entire time in the kitchen. It is always a crowd pleaser and everyone always asks for the recipe. The whole pieces of garlic in this dish become so sweet, a lovely complement to the sweet grapes and spicy sausage. I serve this over rustic hand-mashed red potatoes. -Melissa Zienter, Las Vegas, Nevada

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 uncooked Italian sausage links (4 ounces each), hot or mild
2-1/2 pounds seedless green or red grapes, or a mixture
20 to 30 garlic cloves, peeled and halved
1/2 cup melted butter, divided
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°. Place sausage links in a large saucepan; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until no longer pink and some fat has been rendered, 20-25 minutes. Drain. When cool enough to handle, cut into 1/2-in. slices., Meanwhile, remove grape stems; place grapes and garlic in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Add 6 tablespoons butter; toss to coat. Top with sausage slices. Bake until sausage is browned, 15-20 minutes, stirring once., Using a slotted spoon, transfer sausage mixture to a serving dish. Keep warm. Transfer cooking juices to a small saucepan; add balsamic vinegar. Bring to a boil. Cook until liquid is reduced by half, 4-5 minutes. Reduce heat. Stir in remaining butter; cook until slightly thickened. Drizzle over sausage and grapes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 498 calories, Fat 36g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 92mg cholesterol, Sodium 799mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

BAREFOOT CONTESSA'S ROASTED SAUSAGES AND GRAPES



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Make and share this Barefoot Contessa's Roasted Sausages and Grapes recipe from Food.com.

Provided by carrie sheridan

Categories     Pork

Time 55m

Yield 5-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 lbs sweet Italian sausage
1 1/2 lbs hot Italian sausage
3 tablespoons kerry irish gold unsalted butter
2 1/2 lbs green seedless grapes, removed from the stems
1/2 cup good balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 500 degrees.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil, add the sausages, and simmer for 8 minutes to remove some of the fat. Remove to a plate.
  • Melt the butter in a large 12x15 roasting pan on top of the stove.
  • Add the grapes and toss them to coat with butter.
  • Transfer the sausages to the roasting pan with tongs, nestling them down in the grapes in one layer.
  • Place in the oven and roast for 20-25 minutes, turning the sausages once, until they're browned and the grapes are tender.
  • Transfer the sausages and grapes to a serving platter with tongs and a slotted spoon and cover to keep them hot. Add the balsamic vinegar to the roasting pan and cook over medium-high heat for 2 minutes to reduce the balsamic vinegar slightly.
  • Pour over the sausages and grapes and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 911.5, Fat 55.9, SaturatedFat 22.1, Cholesterol 136.8, Sodium 2431.6, Carbohydrate 54.1, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 40.1, Protein 49.8

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the dish will taste. Use fresh, seasonal produce, and high-quality meats and cheeses.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When searing the sausage, make sure to give it enough space in the pan so that it can brown evenly. If you overcrowd the pan, the sausage will steam instead of sear.
  • Cook the sausage over medium heat: This will help to prevent it from burning. If you cook the sausage over too high heat, it will brown too quickly on the outside and remain raw on the inside.
  • Use a variety of herbs and spices: This will help to add flavor and depth to the dish. Some good options include rosemary, thyme, sage, garlic, and red pepper flakes.
  • Deglaze the pan with white wine: This will help to add a delicious flavor to the sauce. Simply pour the white wine into the pan and let it simmer for a few minutes, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  • Simmer the sauce for at least 30 minutes: This will help to develop the flavors and thicken the sauce.
  • Serve the dish over pasta, polenta, or mashed potatoes: This will help to soak up the delicious sauce.

Conclusion:

Tuscan grapes and sausages is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of sweet grapes, savory sausage, and rich sauce is sure to please everyone at the table. With a few simple tips, you can make this dish even more delicious. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give Tuscan grapes and sausages a try!

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