Description
A hearty and comforting smoked sausage and potato bake featuring tender potatoes, flavorful smoked sausage, and melted cheese baked to golden perfection. This easy oven-baked casserole is perfect for a satisfying family meal.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced
- 4 large potatoes, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cups shredded cheese
- 1 cup cream
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the dish evenly.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the diced potatoes, sliced smoked sausage, and chopped onion ensuring all the main solid ingredients are mixed well.
- Add Seasonings and Cream: Add the cream, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper to the bowl. Mix thoroughly to coat the ingredients evenly with the spices and cream.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the mixture into a baking dish spreading it out evenly to promote even cooking of the potatoes and sausage.
- Top with Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top of the mixture to create a delicious melted cheese layer.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Notes
- Use smoked sausage with your preferred spice level for variation.
- If you want crispier cheese topping, broil for the last 2-3 minutes but watch carefully to avoid burning.
- Potatoes can be parboiled for 5 minutes to reduce overall baking time.
- Add fresh herbs like thyme or parsley for extra flavor if desired.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
