Here’s a comforting and easy Sausage and Potato Casserole—hearty, creamy, and perfect for a family meal.
Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
- 1 lb (450 g) sausages (pork, beef, or chicken)
- 4–5 medium potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk or cream
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp dried thyme (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven:
- 375°F (190°C).
- Cook sausages:
- In a skillet, cook sausages until browned.
- Slice into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
- Sauté aromatics:
- In the same skillet, cook onions and garlic in olive oil until soft and fragrant.
- Layer the casserole:
- Grease a baking dish.
- Add a layer of potatoes, then sausage and onion mixture.
- Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme.
- Repeat layers until ingredients are used.
- Add liquid & cheese:
- Pour milk or cream evenly over the casserole.
- Sprinkle cheese on top.
- Bake:
- Cover with foil and bake 40 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake another 15–20 minutes until potatoes are tender and top is golden.
- Serve:
- Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
Tips & Variations
- Add bell peppers or mushrooms for extra flavor.
- Use spicy sausage for a kick.
- For a richer dish, mix a little cream cheese or sour cream into the milk.
- Thinly slicing potatoes ensures even cooking.
✅ Tip: For a crispy, cheesy top, broil the casserole for the last 2–3 minutes.
If you want, I can give a quick stovetop or slow cooker version of this dish too.
