Here’s a simple, tasty recipe for a Sausage, Green Bean, and Potato Casserole you can try:
Ingredients (serves 4–6)
- 1 lb (450 g) sausage (Italian or breakfast sausage, sliced or crumbled)
- 4–5 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 cups green beans, trimmed (fresh or frozen)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar works great)
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp dried thyme (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- ½ cup breadcrumbs (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the sausage: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage until browned and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
- Cook the potatoes: Boil diced potatoes in salted water for 8–10 minutes until just tender. Drain.
- Cook green beans: Steam or boil green beans for 4–5 minutes until crisp-tender. Drain.
- Make the sauce:
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté onions and garlic until soft.
- Sprinkle in flour and stir for 1–2 minutes.
- Slowly whisk in milk until smooth and thickened.
- Add salt, pepper, and thyme.
- Assemble the casserole:
- In a greased baking dish, layer potatoes, green beans, and sausage.
- Pour the sauce over the top and mix gently.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
- Optional: Add breadcrumbs for a crunchy topping.
- Bake: 25–30 minutes, until bubbly and golden on top.
💡 Tip: You can swap the sausage for turkey or chicken sausage for a lighter version. Also, mixing in a bit of cooked bacon adds extra flavor.
If you want, I can also give you a super quick 1-pan version that’s faster and easier for weeknight dinners. Do you want me to do that?
