Description
Hearty sausage green bean potato casserole brings comfort and warmth to dinner tables with its perfect blend of savory sausage, tender vegetables, and creamy texture. Cheese-topped layers promise a satisfying meal that will quickly become a family favorite and weekend staple.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound ground sausage
Vegetables:
- 4 medium potatoes
- 1 pound green beans
- 1 medium onion
- 4 garlic cloves
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) chicken broth
- 1 cup (100 grams) shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Spread diced potatoes on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt, pepper, and paprika. Roast at 425°F for 20-25 minutes until golden and crispy.
- In a large skillet, brown sliced sausage over medium-high heat until edges are caramelized and slightly crisp.
- Add chopped onions and minced garlic to the sausage, sautéing until onions become translucent and fragrant.
- Introduce green beans and chicken broth to the skillet, reducing heat and allowing mixture to simmer for 5-7 minutes until beans are tender-crisp.
- Transfer roasted potatoes into a casserole dish, then pour the sausage and green bean mixture evenly over the potatoes.
- Generously sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese across the top of the casserole.
- Bake at 375°F for 15-20 minutes until cheese melts completely and develops a golden, bubbly surface.
- Optional: Garnish with crispy bacon bits and fresh chopped herbs before serving for added texture and flavor.
Notes
- Enhance potato crispiness by patting them dry before roasting and using a high-temperature oven for better caramelization.
- Swap pork sausage with turkey or chicken sausage for a leaner protein option that reduces overall calorie content.
- Control sodium levels by using low-sodium chicken broth and selecting reduced-fat cheese to make the dish more heart-friendly.
- Boost vegetable nutrition by adding extra colorful vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini for increased fiber and vitamins.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 540 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg