These cheesy sausage potatoes combine tender sliced potatoes, savory pork sausage and plenty of shredded cheddar cheese to make a brunch-worthy breakfast casserole.
When I hit up a brunch spread, I usually head straight for the savory dishes first. Give me all the eggs and potatoes! And if there’s a breakfast casserole on offer, I’m definitely saving room on my plate for a generous spoonful. With a savory combination of potatoes, pork sausage and cheddar cheese, these crowd-worthy sausage cheesy potatoes are right up my alley.
The dish takes less than 30 minutes to prep and cook, so it’s a perfect recipe to keep in your back pocket for when you have houseguests or need to throw together a brunch menu in a flash. Bonus: Recipe contributor Linda Hill of Marseilles, Illinois, says these cheesy potatoes are equally good as a side or as a main dish for supper or a potluck.
Ingredients for Cheesy Sausage Potatoes
- Potatoes: Yukon Gold or white potatoes are the best type of potatoes for this recipe. Use a potato peeler correctly for easy-breezy peeling.
- Pork sausage: You’ll need bulk pork sausage for this recipe, and the flavor is up to you. Use breakfast sausage, mild or hot Italian sausage, or even chorizo. If you can find only links, remove the casings and crumble the meat into the pan.
- Onion: Use a yellow or white onion in this recipe. The best way to cut an onion without crying? Wear goggles!
- Butter: Drizzle melted butter over the potatoes to add richness and flavor.
- Cheddar cheese: Cheese you shred yourself has the best flavor and meltability. Any of our picks for the best shredded cheddar cheese work too.
Directions
Step 1: Cook the potatoes
Preheat the oven to 350°F. Place the peeled and sliced potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer, uncovered, until tender, 8 to 10 minutes.
Step 2: Cook the sausage
Meanwhile, crumble the sausage into a large skillet and add the chopped onion. Cook over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink; drain if necessary.
Step 3: Build the casserole
Drain the potatoes and arrange in an ungreased 13×9-inch baking dish. Drizzle with melted butter. Add the sausage mixture and stir gently. Sprinkle evenly with shredded cheddar cheese.
Step 4: Bake the casserole
Bake, uncovered, until the cheese melts, five to seven minutes.
Cheesy Sausage Potato Variations
- Add more veggies: Add chopped red or green bell peppers, chopped mushrooms, broccoli or chopped spinach to the casserole before baking.
- Switch the meat: Use sliced smoked sausage in place of the bulk pork sausage. You could also substitute a pound of cubed cooked ham or chopped bacon. Or, use turkey or chicken sausage, ground beef, or a plant-based meat or sausage substitute for a vegetarian version.
- Spice it up: For a spicier casserole, add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes, 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper or smoked paprika, or a dash or two of hot sauce. Other herbs and spices that would work well with these sausage cheesy potatoes include fresh or dried oregano, thyme or parsley. Or, add 1 to 2 teaspoons of your favorite spice blend, such as Italian seasoning, Cajun seasoning or a sweet-and-savory pork chop seasoning.
How to Store Cheesy Sausage Potatoes
Transfer leftover cheesy sausage potatoes to an airtight container and store it in the fridge for up to four days.
Can you freeze cheesy sausage potatoes?
Absolutely! To freeze cheesy sausage potatoes, first allow them to cool completely. Then transfer them to a freezer-safe container and store in the freezer for up to three months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
How do you reheat cheesy sausage potatoes?
For the best results, reheat leftover cheesy sausage potatoes in the oven. Transfer to an oven-safe baking dish, cover with aluminum foil, and bake at 350° for 20 to 30 minutes or until heated through.
Cheesy Sausage Potato Tips
What can you serve with cheesy sausage potatoes?
These cheesy sausage potatoes are fantastic alongside a veggie-packed frittata, coffee cake and other make-ahead brunch recipes. Or, serve them with roast chicken and a fresh veggie side dish at dinner.
Ingredients
- 3 pounds potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch slices
- 1 pound bulk pork sausage
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Directions
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1Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat. Simmer, uncovered, until tender, 8-10 minutes. Meanwhile, crumble sausage into a large skillet; add onion. Cook over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain if necessary.
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2Drain potatoes; arrange in an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Drizzle with melted butter. Add the sausage mixture and stir gently. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese.
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3Bake, uncovered, at 350° until cheese is melted, 5-7 minutes.
