Cheesy Sausage and Potato Casserole

Here’s a delicious recipe for Cheesy Sausage and Potato Casserole. It’s a comforting, hearty dish loaded with savory sausage, creamy potatoes, and melted cheese. Perfect for a family dinner or a crowd-pleasing side dish!

Cheesy Sausage and Potato Casserole

Ingredients:

• 1 lb (450g) breakfast sausage (mild or spicy, depending on your preference)
• 4-5 medium russet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or a blend of cheddar and mozzarella)
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup heavy cream (or milk for a lighter version)
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional for extra flavor)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter (for greasing the casserole dish)
• Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Sausage:

• In a large skillet, cook the breakfast sausage over medium heat until browned and fully cooked, breaking it up into crumbles as it cooks (about 5-7 minutes). Drain any excess grease and set the cooked sausage aside.

2. Cook the Potatoes:

• While the sausage is cooking, peel and slice the potatoes into thin rounds, about 1/8-inch thick.
• In a large pot, bring water to a boil and cook the sliced potatoes for about 5 minutes to parboil them. They should be slightly tender but not fully cooked. Drain the potatoes and set aside.

3. Prepare the Casserole:

• Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish with olive oil or butter.
• In a large mixing bowl, combine the sour cream, heavy cream, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
• Add the cooked sausage, parboiled potatoes, and diced onion to the bowl. Gently mix everything together until well coated with the creamy mixture.

4. Assemble the Casserole:

• Transfer the sausage, potato, and cream mixture into the prepared casserole dish, spreading it out evenly.
• Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly on top.

5. Bake the Casserole:

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