With school just starting, after-school activities kicking in, and holidays just around the corner, there’s very little time for making elaborate meals, however, there’s always time for Sausage and Potato Casserole.
I experienced a happy moment recently, when I remembered there was Italian sausage in the freezer. (It really doesn’t take much to make me happy. 😉 ) I don’t know about you, but I’m one of these people who prefers to shop for fresh ingredients on the day that I’m going to cook them, so I rarely have meat at the ready.Every once in a while Dom and I will make a date out of grocery shopping, and when we do, we load up! But as much as we enjoy flirting over the Mediterranean Olive Bar, and sharing foodie samples along the way, we just don’t hit the grocery store as often as we used to.
We did, however, fill a couple carts recently to include a few pounds of sweet Italian sausage and a five pound bag of potatoes, which meant, I was ready to make one of Nick’s favorite dishes. Best part? I didn’t have to leave the house to make it happen.
This warm rustic dish is a perfect one-pot meal. Perfect for busy days (and not-so-busy days) because it’s super easy to throw together and so so yummy!
The kick of the sausage with the crisp pillowy earthiness of the roasted potatoes is what comfort food is all about. And it’s what we’re all about on these chilly evenings.
Sausage and Potato Casserole combines:
- Italian sausage (sweet or spicy, whichever you prefer)
- Red potatoes or russets
- Red onions
- Olive oil
- Salt and cracked black pepper
- Italian seasoning
I’m telling you, this dish practically makes itself.
Once the sausage is thawed and the potatoes are scrubbed and cut into bite-sized pieces, simply combine in a 13×9 casserole dish with everything else and bake for a solid hour (or more) at 350 degrees F.
{Word to the wise regarding food safety: Be sure to thaw meat safely, for example, in the refrigerator; under running (drinkable) water at a temperature of 70 degrees or lower; in the microwave oven as long as it’s being cooked immediately after thawing; or even as part of the cooking process. Also be sure to monitor the internal cooking temperature of the meat. It’s best to use a cooking thermometer as your guide, not a clock. The most important thing to be aware of with the sausage is that it’s cooked to 160 degrees F and is no longer pink. We’re looking for crispy skin and meat that’s browned all the way through.}
With a little Italian bread and a fresh green salad, this Sausage and Potato Casserole makes for a pleasurable weeknight dinner. Especially on these busy nights…
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Sausage and Potato Casserole
- Category: Dinner
Description
With school just starting, after-school activities kicking in, and holidays just around the corner, there’s very little time for making elaborate meals, however, there’s always time for Sausage and Potato Casserole.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs. Italian Sausage, cut into links
- 2 – 3 pounds red potatoes or russets, scrubbed and cut into bite-sized pieces (If you use russets, I recommend peeling them.)
- 2 red onions, sliced
- 4 Tbsp. olive oil
- 2 tsp. kosher salt
- 1 tsp. ground black pepper
- 2 tsp. Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Combine sausage, potatoes, onions, olive oil, salt, pepper and Italian seasoning in a 13×9 casserole dish.
- Bake for 1 hour, or until the internal temperature of the sausage is 160 degrees F and is no longer pink.
I’ve been making this recipe since way back in the day and it is such comfort food for my family! When the kids come in the kitchen and ask what’s for dinner and they hear it’s this sausage and potatoes dish, there’s an instant feeling of comfort and warmth. Thank you for the simple and delicious recipe that has blessed our family for years!
Thank you for stopping by with this sweet comment! Makes me happy, Cassidy!
YES! We made this. We sliced the spicy sausages in disk shapes, cut the potatoes in bite-sizes, added the spices and other ingredients, then threw it in the oven. I’d include a pic, but I don’t see where to add it 🤔🤷🏽♀️💜
So happy you enjoyed!:)
Just texted this to my husband and he replied, MUST MAKE! I’d love it for breakfast too with a sunnyside up egg on top!
Oh gosh…Yes! That egg on top sounds marvelous! I love the way you think, Marissa!
How on earth did this one slip by me! Sausage and potatoes were made for one another, what a great meal with wonderful flavors! Take care.
But I’m so glad you found it! This is a nice dish for busy weeknights! Thanks, friend!
Sub the potatoes for bell pepper and you have my exact dinner last night (really!). GREG
Oh yum! That sounds divine!! I’ll do that, too! 🙂
Oh my, this looks incredible. Geeze, you said it correct… afterschool activities are kicking in, and I am feeling totally overwhelmed with juggling life and schedules. Anything where I can squeeze in papas and sausages, i am in! Love it.
You must be feeling overwhelmed with those two little active guys of yours! I think you need papas and sausages in your life!! Thanks, dear! 🙂
I feel like I would like grocery shopping a lot more if Boy came with me! It’s super cute that you and Dom will make a date of it! And even better if the little date grocery shopping trip turns into THIS for dinner! This casserole looks absolutely perfect, Annie! Super cozy and full of flavor! This is definitely a must try! Pinned! Cheers! 🙂
Yeahhh, now that we have more time, it’s fun to turn what was once a weekly chore into something a little more fun and leisurely. And this dish also makes for great leftovers!! Thanks, Chey! 🙂
This looks like a perfect weeknight meal. It’s easy to make and filled with all my families favorites!
It sure is! Especially as the days cool…. Thanks, Kathy!
I love how comforting this is – perfect for Fall! We are big lovers of sausage in this house so I just know this one will be a hit. Have a great weekend!
It’s always around this time of year that I think about this casserole! Thanks, my friend! Have a lovely weekend! 🙂
Love meals like this! You just do the prep and the oven does the rest..And its all ready by dinner time!! It’s a complete meal with everything in there! Can’t wait to try 🙂
I love the sound of that…’the oven does the rest…’! Thank you, Deepika!
Your pictures have me wanting to grab a knife and fork! I could dive right in.
Thank you so much! It’s pretty irresistible!
This is such comfort food! I’m always after a good one-pot meal and I think I’ve found my new favorite 🙂
How ’bout this? I’ll make dinner and you bring dessert?! Thanks, dear!
I love the pictures! Sausage and potatoes are frequently our go to on week nights, and you can always vary the salad according to the season. Cannot go wrong with this casserole recipe!
I’ve been making this since we first got married…almost 30 years(!) and we never tire of it! Thanks, my friend! 🙂
Love how easy this is Annie and I know my kids would love it. Not sure why, but I always forget about sausage as a dinner option!
It doesn’t get much easier! Oh yeah – sausage is an awesome option!! Thanks, friend! 🙂
What a perfect dinner! I love sausage and we enjoy it regularly here, so will be putting this one on the menu here 🙂
We do love our Italian sausage!! Thanks, Jennifer!