Introduction:

There’s little that can compare to the comforting combination of cheesy potatoes and smoked sausage. This all-time favorite recipe is ideal for any weeknight dinner or as a potluck dish, sure to impress your family and friends. Let’s delve into this cheesy potatoes with smoked sausage recipe that will leave you craving for more.

Ingredients:

– 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced

– 4 cups diced potatoes

– 1 small onion, chopped

– 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

– 1 cup sour cream

– 1 can (10.5 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup

– Salt and pepper, to taste

– 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

– 1 cup crushed cornflakes or breadcrumbs (optional)

– 2 tablespoons melted butter (optional)

Instructions:

1. Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a large, shallow baking dish.

2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the sliced smoked sausage, occasionally stirring until browned. Once done, transfer it to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

3. In the same skillet, cook the chopped onions until they become translucent and soft.

4. To prepare the cheesy mixture, combine the sour cream, condensed cream of mushroom soup, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and half of the shredded cheddar cheese in a large mixing bowl. Mix until well combined.

5. Add the diced potatoes and cooked onions to the cheese mixture. Toss until evenly coated.

6. Layer half of the potato mixture in the greased baking dish. Arrange an even layer of smoked sausage over the potatoes. Top with the remaining potato mixture.

7. If using breadcrumbs or cornflakes for a crispy topping, mix them with melted butter and evenly spread over the potato mixture.

8. Bake for 45-60 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and cooked through. In the last 10 minutes of baking, sprinkle the remaining shredded cheddar cheese on top and continue baking until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

9. Remove your cheesy potatoes with smoked sausage from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Serve this delicious dish with a healthy green salad or steamed vegetables to complete the meal. It’s perfect for a cozy dinner with your family, or as a pleasing side at a gathering with friends. Easy to prepare and packed full of flavor, it’s hard to resist indulging in seconds of this comforting cheesy potatoes with smoked sausage recipe.