Smoked sausage and potato bake

🔥 Smoked Sausage and Potato Bake

📝 Ingredients:

• 1 lb (450g) smoked sausage, sliced into rounds

• 2 lbs (900g) potatoes, peeled and diced (russet or Yukon gold)

• 1 medium onion, chopped

• 1–2 cloves garlic, minced (optional)

• 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese

• 1 cup heavy cream or whole milk

• 2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter

• 1 tsp paprika

• ½ tsp black pepper

• ½ tsp salt (to taste)

• ½ tsp dried thyme or Italian seasoning

• Optional: chopped parsley or green onions for garnish

🥣 Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.

2. Prep the potatoes: In a large bowl, toss the diced potatoes with olive oil (or butter), paprika, salt, pepper, and thyme.

3. Layer in dish:

   • Spread half of the seasoned potatoes in the baking dish.

   • Top with half the sausage slices and half the chopped onion.

   • Repeat with the remaining potatoes, sausage, and onion.

4. Pour cream/milk evenly over the top. Cover with foil.

5. Bake covered for 40–45 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.

6. Add cheese: Remove foil, sprinkle shredded cheese on top, and return to the oven uncovered for 10–15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.

7. Garnish & serve: Sprinkle with fresh parsley or green onions before serving.

🍴 Tips:

• Add chopped bell peppers or mushrooms for extra veggies.

• Use smoked gouda or pepper jack cheese for a flavor twist.

• For a crispier top, broil for 2–3 minutes at the end.

Want a printable version or a variation with different sausages or veggies? Just let me know!