Description
Experience creamy goodness with our Creamy Sausage & Potato Bake—comfort food that’s rich, filling, and perfect for chilly nights. This dish combines savory sausage and tender potatoes enveloped in a luscious creamy sauce, making it a delightful centerpiece for your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat
- 1 lb Italian Sausage
Vegetables
- 4 medium Yukon Gold or Russet Potatoes, sliced
- 1 medium Onion, chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
Dairy
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 1 cup Cheddar Cheese, shredded
Herbs and Spices
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Pepper
- 1 tsp Thyme (fresh or dried)
- 1 tsp Parsley (fresh or dried)
Instructions
- Brown the Sausage: In a large skillet, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage, breaking it into smaller pieces as it cooks. Sauté until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté the Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes. This step enhances the overall flavor of the dish.
- Prepare the Sauce: Pour in the heavy cream, stirring to combine with the sautéed onions and garlic. Allow it to simmer gently for a few minutes, letting the flavors meld together. Season with salt, pepper, and herbs to taste.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large baking dish, layer the sliced potatoes, followed by the browned sausage. Pour the creamy sauce evenly over the top, ensuring all the ingredients are well-coated.
- Bake to Perfection: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 45 minutes. Remove the foil and sprinkle cheddar cheese on top. Continue baking for an additional 15-20 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Notes
- Don’t Overcook the Potatoes: Parboil the potatoes if you prefer them softer; otherwise, slice them thinly for even cooking.
- Let it Rest: Allow the bake to sit for 10-15 minutes after removing it from the oven; this helps the sauce thicken.
- Experiment with Spices: Add your favorite spices to the cream for an extra flavor boost.
- Use a Mandoline: For perfectly even potato slices, consider using a mandoline slicer.
- Make it Ahead: Prepare everything in advance and refrigerate it; simply bake when you are ready to eat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the dish
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Creamy, Sausage, Potato, Bake, Comfort Food