Description
A comforting casserole that combines savory Italian sausage with buttery potatoes, layered with cheese and fresh herbs for a delicious family meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (spicy or sweet)
- 4 medium Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, thinly sliced
- 1 large yellow or sweet onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, zucchini, spinach)
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella or Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp thyme
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Wash, peel, and thinly slice the potatoes. Soak in cold water to prevent browning.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil and cook the Italian sausage until browned, about 7-10 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté onions until softened (3-4 minutes), then add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked sausage, sautéed onions, garlic, sliced potatoes, herbs, and broth. Mix well.
- Grease a baking dish and layer half the mixture in it. Sprinkle with half the cheese, then add the remaining mixture and top with the rest of the cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes, then remove foil and bake for another 20-30 minutes until potatoes are tender and cheese is golden.
- Allow to rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
For a spicier casserole, use hot Italian sausage. Always taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: casserole, Italian sausage, comfort food, family meal, baked dish