Description
This Hearty Sausage, Potato, and Asparagus Bake is the ultimate comfort food, combining savory sausage, tender potatoes, and crisp asparagus in one easy dish. Perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or meal prep, this casserole is simple, satisfying, and full of flavor.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Sausage: 1 pound, sliced
- Potatoes: 4 medium, peeled and chopped into bite-sized pieces
- Asparagus: 1 cup, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- Yellow Onion: 1 small, diced
- Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
For Flavor and Topping
- Cheddar Cheese: 1 cup, shredded
- Chicken or Vegetable Broth: 1 cup
- Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons
- Dried Thyme: 1 teaspoon
- Salt and Pepper: To taste
- Fresh Parsley: Optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook Sausage: Brown sausage slices in a skillet over medium heat. Set aside.
- Sauté Potatoes and Onions: Cook potatoes in the same skillet for 10 minutes. Add onion and garlic, cooking for 3–5 minutes until onions are translucent.
- Combine in Baking Dish: Mix sausage, potatoes, onions, and asparagus in the prepared dish. Pour broth evenly over the top and season with thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Bake: Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil, top with cheese, and bake uncovered for 15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Substitute asparagus with other vegetables like broccoli or green beans.
- Use spicy sausage or add red pepper flakes for a kick.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American