Description
Hearty easy cheesy potato & smoked sausage casserole brings comfort and flavor from German culinary traditions. Crispy edges, melted cheese, and smoky sausage create a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced into rounds
Vegetables:
- 6 medium-sized russet or Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
Dairy and Seasoning:
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup milk
- 4 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the oven to 375F (190C) and grease a baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Whisk together the creamy base of melted butter, mushroom soup, sour cream, milk, and seasonings until smooth and well-blended.
- Fold in the diced potatoes, sliced smoked sausage, and chopped onion, ensuring each ingredient is thoroughly coated with the creamy mixture.
- Distribute the entire mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish, creating a uniform layer.
- Generously scatter shredded cheddar cheese across the top, covering the entire surface.
- Shield the casserole with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes to allow potatoes to soften and flavors to meld.
- Remove foil and continue baking for 15-20 minutes until the top turns golden brown and cheese becomes gloriously bubbly.
- Finish the dish with a light dusting of paprika and a sprinkle of fresh parsley for added color and flavor before serving.
Notes
- Customize cheese selection by experimenting with different sharp or mild varieties for unique flavor profiles.
- Swap dairy ingredients with plant-based alternatives to create a delicious vegan-friendly version of the casserole.
- Reduce sodium content by using low-sodium soup and carefully measuring salt to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Prep potatoes ahead of time by par-boiling or using frozen diced potatoes to cut down on cooking preparation time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 428 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 810 mg
- Fat: 29 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg