Description
Hearty sausage and potato bake promises comfort with Italian-inspired flavors from simple ingredients. Rich layers of kielbasa, potatoes, and herbs create a satisfying meal for family gatherings. Savor warmth and depth you can enjoy any evening.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (454 g) smoked beef sausage
- 6 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 1 carrot, finely diced
- 3 cups (710 ml) reduced-sodium chicken broth
- ⅓ cup (42 g) all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsps (30 ml) parsley flakes
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil
- ¾ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp celery seed
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheating: Calibrate the oven to 350 degrees fahrenheit, establishing an optimal thermal environment for the casserole’s transformation.
- Preparation: Meticulously slice sausages into uniform medallions, chop onions, carrots, and peeled potatoes into consistent, bite-sized fragments that will harmonize within the dish.
- Sautéing: Activate a heavy-bottomed skillet and caramelize sausage pieces until they develop a rich, golden exterior, extracting their robust flavors. Remove temporarily and utilize the same pan to gently sweat vegetables, coaxing out their inherent sweetness.
- Combining: Reintroduce sausages to the softened vegetables, incorporating potato cubes. Delicately dust the mixture with flour, creating a velvety, cohesive texture that will bind the ingredients elegantly.
- Baking: Transfer the culinary composition into a baking vessel, ensuring an even distribution. Slide into the preheated oven and allow the ingredients to meld, transforming into a golden-brown, aromatic masterpiece.
- Serving: Allow the casserole to rest momentarily after removing from the oven. For optimal enjoyment, consume immediately or store refrigerated, gently reheating within 3-4 days to preserve its original essence.
Notes
- Slice Precisely: Cut sausages and vegetables uniformly to ensure even cooking and consistent texture throughout the dish.
- Sear with Care: Caramelize sausages before adding vegetables to enhance depth of flavor and create a rich, golden exterior.
- Flour Function: Lightly dust the mixture with flour to create a subtle thickening effect, binding ingredients and adding a silky texture.
- Storage Wisdom: Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours and consume within 3-4 days for the best taste and food safety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 610 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg