Cheesy Sausage and Potatoes

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this irresistible Cheesy Sausage and Potatoes dish, a hearty one-pan meal that combines crispy diced Russet potatoes, savory smoked sausage, and a generous blanket of melted sharp cheddar cheese. Enhanced with sautéed onions, garlic, and a hint of smoky paprika, this oven-finished skillet recipe offers bold flavors in every bite. With just 20 minutes of prep time and ingredients like butter and olive oil for rich, golden textures, it’s an effortless dinner option that’s perfect for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings. Garnished with fresh parsley, this cheesy, savory dish is a crowd-pleaser you’ll want to serve straight from the skillet.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 medium Russet potatoes
• 1 pound Smoked sausage
• 2 cups Sharp cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion
• 2 Garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Chopped parsley

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Peel and dice the potatoes into 1-inch cubes. Set aside.

Step 3

Slice the smoked sausage into 1/4-inch pieces. Set aside.

Step 4

Chop the yellow onion and mince the garlic.

Step 5

In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced potatoes and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to brown and become slightly crispy.

Step 6

Add the chopped onion and butter to the skillet. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the onion is soft.

Step 7

Stir in the minced garlic, sliced smoked sausage, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sausage is lightly browned.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from heat and evenly sprinkle the shredded sharp cheddar cheese over the potato and sausage mixture.

Step 9

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let the dish rest for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1560.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3445.8

Total Fat 242.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 106.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 625.5mg	0%
Sodium 9057.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 184.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.4g	0%
Total Sugars 17.7g
Protein 142.5g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 1868.9mg	0%
Iron 16.6mg	0%
Potassium 5083.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.5%

Protein: 16.4%

Carbs: 21.1%