🥘🧀 Slow Cooker Cheesy Sausage Potato Casserole
This casserole is hearty, creamy, and perfect for an easy, comforting meal. Sausage, potatoes, and cheese cook together slowly, creating a rich, flavorful dish.
🧾 Ingredients
- 1 lb (450 g) sausage (Italian, smoked, or breakfast sausage), sliced or crumbled
- 4–5 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (plus extra for topping)
- ½ cup milk
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika (optional)
- Optional: green onions or parsley for garnish
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Prepare Ingredients
- Dice potatoes, chop onion, and mince garlic.
- Slice or crumble sausage.
2. Layer in Slow Cooker
- Grease the slow cooker with cooking spray or a little oil.
- Layer potatoes, onion, garlic, and sausage in the slow cooker.
- In a bowl, mix sour cream, milk, cheddar cheese, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Pour the mixture over the layered ingredients.
3. Cook
- Cover and cook on:
- Low: 6–7 hours
- High: 3–4 hours
- Potatoes should be tender and cheese melted.
4. Add Cheese Topping
- Sprinkle extra shredded cheddar over the top about 15 minutes before serving, cover, and let melt.
5. Serve
- Garnish with chopped green onions or parsley.
- Serve as a main dish or hearty side.
⭐ Pro Tips:
- Use small diced potatoes for faster cooking.
- You can substitute cream of mushroom or cream of chicken soup for a creamier texture.
- Add bell peppers or broccoli for extra veggies.
I can also provide a restaurant-style version with a thicker cheese sauce and crispy topping that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or potlucks.
Do you want me to make that version?
