Description
Hearty sausage and potato casserole brings comfort to dinner tables with its rustic Italian-inspired blend of savory ingredients. Crisp spring vegetables and melted cheese create a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein and Vegetables:
- 1 pound (454 grams) sliced sausage
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled and chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup (150 grams) asparagus, trimmed and cut into one-inch segments
- 1 small diced yellow onion
- 2 cloves minced garlic
Seasoning and Herbs:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Liquid and Cheese:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup (100 grams) shredded cheddar cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13 inch (23×33 centimeters) baking dish with olive oil or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Place sliced sausage in a large skillet over medium heat, cooking until golden brown on both sides for 5-7 minutes. Transfer the browned sausage to a separate plate and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté chopped potatoes for approximately 10 minutes, stirring periodically to ensure even cooking and prevent burning.
- Add diced onions and minced garlic to the potatoes, continuing to cook for an additional 3-5 minutes until the onions become translucent and fragrant.
- Transfer the potato, onion, and garlic mixture to the prepared baking dish, then arrange the browned sausage and asparagus pieces evenly throughout.
- Pour chicken broth over the ingredients, then sprinkle dried thyme, salt, and black pepper across the surface. Gently mix all components to distribute seasonings and liquid.
- Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and integrate.
- Remove the foil and generously sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the casserole. Return to the oven and bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes until the cheese melts completely and turns slightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 5-7 minutes to allow flavors to settle. Optionally garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving warm.
Notes
- Cheese transforms this hearty casserole into a melty, golden masterpiece with sharp cheddar adding irresistible flavor complexity.
- Quick sautéing creates perfect caramelization on sausage and potatoes, ensuring maximum depth of taste before baking.
- Asparagus brings fresh spring vibrancy, providing crisp texture and nutritional boost to the comforting one-pan meal.
- Thyme’s earthy undertones infuse the entire dish with subtle herbaceous notes that complement both meat and vegetables.
- Resting time allows ingredients to settle and flavors to meld, guaranteeing each bite delivers maximum deliciousness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 385 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 55mg