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Beer-glazed Roast Iron Age Pork Sausages

Beer-Glazed Roast Iron Age Pork Sausages

Published on November 1, 2016 • Last updated January 28, 2019 by Elizabeth Atia
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In collaboration with British Sausage Week.

Beer-glazed Roast Iron Age Pork Sausages

I make no pains to hide the fact I am a meat eater. I love meat, but only good, proper, quality meat that has been locally reared to a high standard, and treated well right until it gets to my fork.

This week (from the 31st October – 6th November) is British Sausage Week, the celebration of all things sausage. Now in its 19th year, British Sausage week aims to highlight the wide range and quality of pork sausages being produced today by British pig farmers.  You’ll be glad to hear that the majority of sausages in Britain are made from fresh meat pork rather than processed meat.

Last weekend saw annual Shetland Food Fair on my remote North Sea island home. While there I picked up some hand crafted sausages from my #1 favourite sausage producer: Gateside Croft in Hillswick, Shetland, who rear a rare Iron Age breed of pork on their small family-owned croft.

Beer-glazed Roast Iron Age Pork Sausages

Inspired by the high quality of the produce available at the fair I picked up a few other things to create a locally sourced midweek sausage meal in honour of British Sausage Week. I bought some maple glazed home cured back bacon from the Anderson Butchers in Whiteness and a bottle of White Wife Shetland Ale from the Valhalla Brewery, Britain’s most northerly brewery. This ale was named after a ghostly female figure who appears to lone male travellers on a long stretch of local road at night. I combined these ingredients with banana shallots and fresh sage from my Turriefield veg box, and voila – this beer-glazed roast Iron Age pork sausage meal was born.

Beer-glazed Roast Iron Age Pork Sausages

The great thing about this dish is that there is very little prep. I can be really lazy when it comes to midweek meals and I don’t want to spend ages chopping and measuring out ingredients, especially when there’s the after school chaos to deal with (and so many writing deadlines!).

For this meal you simply throw the halved shallots and meat into a roasting tin, drizzle with oil and roast for 20 minutes. The remaining ingredients get whisked together in a small bowl, poured over the top of the roasting sausages, and popped back into the oven again where they reduce into a lovely, sweet, mustardy ale gravy, perfect for spooning over creamy mash. The most laborious part of the meal is peeling the potatoes (a task that can be easily delegated to younger family members!).

Beer-glazed Roast Iron Age Pork Sausages

My husband’s first words when he taste tested my recipe creation: “Mmmm…. oh my goodness this is SO good! It’s like proper restaurant food!” Scoff. Scoff. Seconds.

I might have sat there beaming at the kitchen table. He’s not one to dish out compliments unless he genuinely feels they are deserved, so this was a fine accolade!

To serve I boiled some Turriefield potatoes with a peeled and cubed celeriac and a large clove of garlic. This was drained and mashed with butter and milk for a really delicious accompaniment with steamed kale on the side.

Beer-glazed Roast Iron Age Pork Sausages

Sausages can be great for the whole family, not only are they versatile but the varieties of flavours available mean they can appeal to a wide group of people. They can also be great value whatever the occasion.

Sausages can be a quick, easy and tasty option for a mid-week meal – fry them, grill them, bake them – serve them with a poached egg, baked beans and oven chips or on a tower of creamy mashed potatoes. I often cook a whole pack at a time and freeze any leftovers – chopping up the defrosted sausages and reheating them with scrambled eggs, or stirring through some pasta and tomato sauce for the children.

British Sausage Week 2016

When buying sausages look for a good quality or Red Tractor sourced pork from Britain. Sausage packets that depict a Red Tractor logo are traceable and have been produced responsibly ensuring that it is quality food you can trust.

To discover new ways to enjoy sausages visit British Sausage Week. You can also find them on Twitter and Facebook.

How do you like your sausages? With over 500 varieties of British bangers available there’s loads to choose from!

Beer-glazed Roast Iron Age Pork Sausages

Beer-Glazed Roast Iron Age Pork Sausages

A quick and easy one pan midweek dinner recipe of roasted pork sausages glazed with beer. Serve with creamy mash and a green side.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Author: Elizabeth

Ingredients

  • 580 grams Iron Age pork sausages
  • 150 grams banana shallots peeled and halved
  • 3 rashers smoked back bacon I used maple glazed
  • 2 tbsp Scottish rapeseed oil
  • 1 tbsp wholegrain mustard
  • 2 tbsp Canadian maple syrup
  • 160 ml Valhalla Brewery White Wife or other good ale
  • 1 tsp cornflour dissolved in a little cold water
  • 8 sage leaves torn
  • Shetland sea salt I used Shetland Sea Salt, to taste
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste
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Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 200 C/ 180 fan. Arrange sausages and halved shallots in a roasting tin.
  • Slice the bacon into 1 cm strips and add to the roasting tin.
  • Drizzle with the rapeseed oil and toss everything to coat.
  • Roast in the middle of the oven for 20 minutes.
  • Combine wholegrain mustard, maple syrup, beer and cornflour together in a small bowl. Pour over the sausages and stir to coat. Sprinkle with the chopped sage and return to the oven.
  • Roast for a further 20 minutes until the liquid has reduced, the shallots are soft and the sausages are lovely and browned.
  • Serve immediately with creamy mashed potatoes (or a mixture of potatoes and celeriac) and some steamed kale.

Notes

Not everyone has access to rare breed Iron Age pork, so simply replace with good quality locally reared pork sausages from your local butcher, or those with the Red Tractor logo on them.

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Category: Hoof & Feather, Pork, RecipeTag: British Sausage Week, Love Pork, sausages

About Elizabeth Atia

Daydream adventurer. Expat Canadian. Foodie. Calls Shetland home.

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Comments

  1. Anna Johnston

    June 21, 2017 at 4:06 am

    I bought some wonderful locally made and locally grown beef sausages at the local markets awhile ago and have been planning on doing something yummy for them. This recipe ticks all the boxes – I too am unashamably a meat eater as well too, and think recipes like this are the best when using really good meat. Thanks for sharing this one.

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  2. Sarah Bailey

    November 15, 2016 at 10:58 pm

    Oh wow these sound absolutely amazing -I could definitely see myself and the other half enjoying these one dinner time.

    Reply
  3. Stephanie Merry

    November 15, 2016 at 11:27 am

    What a great meal idea – you can’t beat bangers and mash! x

    Reply
  4. Helen at Casa Costello

    November 14, 2016 at 9:14 pm

    I always forget how amazing sausages are roasted. That gravy looks so tasty – Would be a firm favourite in our sausage loving house!

    Reply
  5. Rhian Westbury

    November 14, 2016 at 11:26 am

    How did I not know it was British sausage week? I’ll have to have a delayed celebration x

    Reply
  6. Choclette

    November 7, 2016 at 12:44 pm

    Hooray for locally sourced produce and good quality British sausages or Shetland sausages even. There are so many sausages that bear the British label that aren’t from British pigs at all. Terrible. It’s so good to know your supplier.

    Reply
  7. Laura@howtocookgoodfood

    November 4, 2016 at 1:00 pm

    This is such a lovely idea, a meal that works for the whole family and I’ll be happy to celebrate sausage week seeign as we eat so many of them!

    Reply
  8. Riz

    November 4, 2016 at 1:53 am

    I love how you’ve styled these photos! Just fantastic!

    Reply
  9. Kavey

    November 3, 2016 at 5:06 pm

    Every week is sausage week in our house, I think! Love them so much. This beer glaze recipe looks perfect!

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  10. Michelle @ Greedy Gourmet

    November 3, 2016 at 12:24 pm

    Oooh, with beer these sausages look lush. Have you ever tried making your own? Years ago, I did. The quality is so much better …. as usual!

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  11. Katie Bryson

    November 3, 2016 at 12:19 pm

    This is just the kind of meal I love… sticky baked sausages with mash and greens… just divine!!!!! I’m definitely going to give your recipe a try and also try it with veggie sausages too. Hooray for Sausage Week!

    Reply
  12. Dorothy

    November 3, 2016 at 10:30 am

    wow thanks for sharing this recipe! Your pictures are drool-worthy!! Have to try this sometime.

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  13. Dot

    November 3, 2016 at 10:30 am

    wow thanks for sharing this recipe! Your pictures are drool-worthy!! Have to try this sometime.

    Reply
  14. Emily

    November 3, 2016 at 9:48 am

    I’ve had beer glazed bacon in a burger and it was incredible so I’m definitely keen to give your recipe ago – especially as your husband liked them so much too!

    Musings & More

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  15. Stella

    November 3, 2016 at 8:54 am

    The food looks very tasty so not surprised it was. I wish I could make mine like this but I doubt that.

    Reply
  16. kate

    November 2, 2016 at 2:15 pm

    I love that your husband scoffed it immediately. It looks easy and full of flavour 🙂

    Reply
  17. Cricket Plunkett

    November 2, 2016 at 1:49 pm

    This looks like such an easy and delicious dinner, I’ve got some gluten free beef I’ll have to try this!

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  18. Shashi at RunninSrilankan

    November 2, 2016 at 1:06 pm

    I so wish I was in Britain for British Sausage Week! I’m not a huge meat eater but I do LOVE sausage and your beer glazed pork sausages look so insanely irresistible!

    Reply
  19. Charlie @ The Kitchen Shed

    November 2, 2016 at 11:15 am

    I don’t go out to eat often but when I do I will often order a good sausage and mash. Your sausage and mash looks better than any I have ever tried in a restaurant!! Now I’m hungry! Most perfect comfort food.

    Reply
  20. Ludmilla

    November 2, 2016 at 12:11 pm

    Hi Elizabeth!!
    I agree with you regarding sausage and weekday meals!! It’s so easy and fast to make and you can serve it with anything!! Looks delicious!!

    Reply
  21. Dannii

    November 2, 2016 at 11:05 am

    I just love the combination of sausages and kale, so this sounds perfect for me. Delicious Autumn comfort food and a great way to celebrate sausage week!

    Reply
  22. Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

    November 2, 2016 at 10:58 am

    What a fun way to add some more flavor!

    Reply
  23. Jemma @ Celery and Cupcakes

    November 2, 2016 at 10:03 am

    I had no idea that such a week existed! These sausages look great. The perfect comfort food.

    Reply
  24. Rony Jahid

    November 1, 2016 at 9:17 pm

    These pork sausages sound sooo good & oily. I never made this type dishes. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  25. Tara

    November 1, 2016 at 7:42 pm

    Love your husband’s first words! This looks amazing! I absolutely love the plating. Such a wonderful use for sausage.

    Reply
  26. Amanda

    November 1, 2016 at 6:16 pm

    I had no idea that there was a week dedicated to sausages! We love a variety of different ones. They make such a fast, easy meal. U don’t think I can find the brands here in Florida, but I’m sure I can find substitutions to make your incredible meal!

    Reply
  27. Vicky @ Avocado Pesto

    November 1, 2016 at 6:57 pm

    Sounds like the perfect recipe to celebrate British Sausage Week! I am not a huge meat eater but can always appreciate a quality locally sourced properly made cut of meat and am all about sausages made from real pork not all that processed stuff!

    Reply
  28. Allison - Celebrating Sweets

    November 1, 2016 at 6:50 pm

    Gorgeous photos! My husband would love this meal, I will have to make it for him!

    Reply
  29. Kristine

    November 1, 2016 at 6:29 pm

    These pork sausages sound delicious! I love cooking sausage or brats with beer, such a great combination! Yum-o!

    Reply
  30. nicol

    November 1, 2016 at 6:15 pm

    these sounds so gooood. i haven’t cooked with ale before

    Reply
  31. Angela Milnes

    November 1, 2016 at 5:33 pm

    These look so tasty. Now we are going to have sausages tonight!

    Reply

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