Mashed Potato Dinner Rolls with Sage Sausage Stuffing

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-03 · Updated 2026-05-03

Soft, fluffy dinner rolls enriched with creamy mashed potatoes and paired with a savory sage sausage stuffing for a comforting Thanksgiving side. This American-inspired Thanksgiving recipe, ready in about 60 minutes, pairs mashed potatoes, all-purpose flour, active dry yeast for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 190 calories and feeds 12, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 cup, cooled mashed potatoes
• 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 1/4 tsp (1 packet) active dry yeast
• 3/4 cup (110°F) warm milk
• 3 tbsp, melted unsalted butter
• 2 tbsp granulated sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup sausage, cooked and crumbled
• 1 tbsp fresh sage, chopped
• 1/4 cup onion, finely diced
• 1/4 cup chicken broth

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small bowl, dissolve 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast with 3/4 cup warm milk (110°F) and 1 tbsp sugar. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
2. Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup cooled mashed potatoes, 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tsp salt, 1 tbsp remaining sugar, 2 large eggs, and 3 tbsp melted unsalted butter. Add the yeast mixture and knead by hand or mixer for 8-10 minutes until a smooth dough forms.
3. Step 3: Cover dough with a clean towel and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour until doubled in size.
4. Step 4: Meanwhile, in a skillet over medium heat, sauté 1/4 cup finely diced onion in 1 tbsp butter until translucent. Add 1 cup cooked crumbled sausage and 1 tbsp chopped fresh sage; stir for 2 minutes. Stir in 1/4 cup chicken broth and cook until broth is absorbed, then remove from heat.
5. Step 5: Punch down dough and divide into 12 equal pieces. Flatten each piece and place about 1 tbsp sausage stuffing in center. Pinch edges to seal and shape into rounds.
6. Step 6: Place rolls on a greased baking sheet, cover, and let rise for 30 minutes.
7. Step 7: Preheat oven to 375°F and bake rolls for 18-20 minutes until golden brown.
8. Step 8: Serve warm as a savory dinner roll accompaniment.