Here’s a hearty, comforting Sausage & Potato Casserole—easy to make and perfect for a family meal. 🥔🌭
Sausage and Potato Casserole
Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
- 1 lb (450 g) sausages (pork, chicken, or turkey)
- 4–5 potatoes, peeled and sliced thin
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup cheese (cheddar or mozzarella), grated
- 1 cup milk or cream (or half-and-half)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika or Italian seasoning
- Optional: peas, bell peppers, or spinach
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
- Brown the sausages
- Heat oil in a pan and brown sausages on all sides (don’t fully cook).
- Slice into chunks and set aside.
- Layer the casserole
- Add a layer of sliced potatoes to the dish.
- Top with onion, garlic, sausage pieces, seasoning, and a little cheese.
- Repeat layers until everything is used.
- Add liquid
- Pour milk or cream evenly over the casserole.
- Bake
- Cover with foil and bake 40 minutes.
- Remove foil, add remaining cheese, and bake 15–20 minutes until golden and potatoes are tender.
- Rest & serve
- Let sit 5 minutes before serving.
Tips & Variations
- For extra flavor, add a spoon of mustard or herbs to the milk.
- Use sweet potatoes for a slightly sweeter twist.
- Swap cream for milk to make it lighter.
- Add veggies to boost nutrition without changing the taste much.
If you’d like, I can also share a one-pan version, a slow-cooker version, or a cheesy extra-creamy version—just tell me which one!
