Here’s a delicious and comforting Cheese Potato & Smoked Sausage Casserole recipe that’s perfect for a hearty meal. It’s creamy, cheesy, and packed with smoky flavor!
Cheese Potato & Smoked Sausage Casserole
Prep Time: 15 mins | Cook Time: 45 mins | Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 6-8
Ingredients:
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1 lb (450g) smoked sausage, sliced into rounds
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4 cups (about 4 medium) russet potatoes, peeled and diced
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1 small onion, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup (or cream of chicken)
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1 cup sour cream
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1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
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½ cup milk
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1 tsp paprika
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½ tsp black pepper
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½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
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1 tbsp olive oil or butter
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Optional: ½ tsp dried thyme or parsley for garnish
Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
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Cook the sausage: In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the sliced smoked sausage until lightly browned (about 5 mins). Remove and set aside.
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Sauté veggies: In the same skillet, heat olive oil and sauté onions until soft (3-4 mins). Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
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Mix the sauce: In a large bowl, combine cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, milk, 1 cup of cheddar cheese, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir in the cooked sausage, potatoes, onions, and garlic.
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Bake: Pour the mixture into the baking dish. Cover with foil and bake for 35-40 mins or until potatoes are tender.
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Add cheese & broil: Uncover, sprinkle remaining ½ cup cheese on top, and broil for 2-3 mins until bubbly and golden.
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Garnish & serve: Let cool slightly, then sprinkle with parsley or thyme if desired.
Tips:
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Variations: Add diced bell peppers or jalapeños for extra flavor.
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Make ahead: Assemble the casserole a day ahead and refrigerate (add 10-15 mins to baking time if cold).
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Freezer-friendly: Bake, cool, then freeze. Reheat at 350°F until warmed through.
Enjoy this rich, cheesy, and smoky casserole as a main dish with a side salad or steamed veggies! 😋🧀🥔