Cheese, Potato and Smoked Sausage Casserole 🧀🥔🌭

If you’re craving something warm, hearty, and absolutely comforting, look no further than this Cheese, Potato and Smoked Sausage Casserole. This dish has all the soul of a home-cooked meal with layers of creamy potatoes, melted cheese, and savory smoked sausage — it’s like a hug on a plate. 😋

Whether you serve it as a cozy family dinner or take it to a potluck, it’s guaranteed to be the first thing gone. It’s that kind of old-school casserole that gets requested over and over again.

Why You’ll Love This Casserole

🧀 Loaded with cheesy, gooey goodness
🥔 Hearty enough to serve as a full meal
🌭 Uses smoked sausage for deep, savory flavor
🕒 Easy to prep ahead and reheat
🍽️ Crowd-pleasing and kid-approved

This is comfort food at its finest — budget-friendly, filling, and incredibly tasty.

Ingredients You’ll Need:

1 lb smoked sausage, sliced into coins 🌭
2 lbs potatoes, peeled and diced (Yukon gold or russets work best) 🥔
1 small onion, diced 🧅
2 tbsp butter 🧈
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups milk 🥛
1/2 cup heavy cream (optional for extra richness)
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided 🧀
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp paprika
Salt and black pepper to taste
Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)

How to Make It: Cheese, Potato & Smoked Sausage Casserole

🔥 Step-by-Step Instructions:

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13 baking dish.
Boil diced potatoes in salted water for about 8–10 minutes, just until fork-tender. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, cook the smoked sausage until browned. Remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, sauté onions in butter until soft. Add flour and cook for 1–2 minutes to make a roux.
Slowly whisk in milk and cream, stirring constantly until thickened (about 5 minutes).
Add garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir in 1 cup of the shredded cheese and mix until melted and smooth.
In the prepared baking dish, layer half of the potatoes, half of the sausage, and a drizzle of cheese sauce. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
Sprinkle the top with the remaining 1/2 cup cheese.
Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, or until bubbly and golden.
Garnish with parsley before serving (optional but pretty!).

Serving Ideas 🍽️

This casserole is a full meal in itself, but here are a few tasty pairings:

A crisp green salad 🥗
Steamed green beans or broccoli 🥦
Buttery dinner rolls
A side of sour cream or hot sauce for dipping

Make-Ahead & Storage Tips 🧊

Make-Ahead: Assemble the casserole and refrigerate (covered) up to 24 hours in advance. Bake when ready to serve.
Leftovers: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 3–4 days.
Reheat: Microwave individual portions or warm the whole casserole in the oven at 350°F until heated through.
Freezer-Friendly: Freeze after baking. Let it cool completely, then wrap tightly and freeze for up to 2 months.

Variations to Try 🌶️🧄🧀

Spicy Kick: Add a dash of cayenne pepper or use hot sausage
Veggie Boost: Mix in bell peppers, spinach, or mushrooms
Extra Cheesy: Swap in Monterey Jack, pepper jack, or Gruyère
Creamy Upgrade: Stir in a spoonful of sour cream to the cheese sauce

Tips for the Best Results

Don’t overcook the potatoes — they’ll continue to soften while baking
Brown the sausage for extra flavor before layering
Use freshly shredded cheese for better melting
Let it rest for 5–10 minutes after baking for easier slicing and serving

This Cheese, Potato and Smoked Sausage Casserole is the definition of comfort food — cozy, cheesy, and completely satisfying. Whether it’s a weeknight dinner or a weekend indulgence, it’s a dish you’ll come back to time and time again.

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