Sausage and Potato Casserole (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 pound sausage, sliced
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4 medium potatoes, peeled and chopped into bite-sized pieces
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1 cup asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
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1 small yellow onion, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
→ Seasonings and Oils
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 teaspoon dried thyme
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salt and pepper, to taste
→ Garnish (Optional)
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fresh parsley, chopped
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil or cooking spray.
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Heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook sausage slices until browned. Transfer sausage to a plate and set aside.
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In the same skillet, add chopped potatoes and sauté for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften. Add additional olive oil if needed.
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Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with potatoes and cook for 3–5 minutes until onion becomes translucent.
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Transfer cooked potatoes, onions, and sausage to the prepared baking dish. Gently fold in asparagus.
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Evenly pour chicken or vegetable broth throughout the pan. Sprinkle dried thyme, salt, and pepper over the top.
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Cover dish with aluminum foil and bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes.
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Remove foil, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the casserole, and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
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Let rest for several minutes, then garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Serve warm.
# Notes:
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For a vegetarian version, substitute sausage with a plant-based alternative and use vegetable broth.
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If preferred, replace asparagus with other spring vegetables such as sliced carrots or fresh spinach.
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For a creamier texture, mix a dollop of sour cream or a splash of heavy cream with potatoes before baking.
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Leftovers can be reheated for breakfast the next day in an oven or microwave.
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Enjoy the process, and remember that shared meals bring people together.