Description
Polish kielbasa meets creamy cheddar in this hearty potato casserole. Comforting layers of sliced sausage, tender potatoes, and melted cheese create a satisfying meal you’ll crave time and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 300 g (10.5 oz) kielbasa sausage, cut into bite-size pieces
- 100 g (3.5 oz) cheddar cheese, grated
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 medium carrot, diced
- 2 celery ribs, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 750 g (1.5 lb) potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 30 g (0.5 cup) fresh parsley, roughly chopped
Liquids and Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1.25 liters (5 cups) chicken stock
- 300 ml (1.25 cups) full-fat milk
- 0.5 teaspoon red chili flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Warm olive oil in a spacious pot, creating a sizzling foundation for the culinary journey ahead.
- Carefully introduce kielbasa to the heated surface, allowing it to dance and transform over medium flame for approximately 4-5 minutes until edges develop a delicate, golden crispness.
- Gently extract the browned kielbasa using a slotted spoon, transferring it to a separate plate while preserving the flavorful oil remnants in the cooking vessel.
Notes
- Sizzling kielbasa releases rich, smoky flavors that infuse the entire dish with irresistible depth.
- Crispy sausage edges provide a delightful textural contrast against soft, creamy potatoes.
- Cheddar cheese melts into golden pools, creating a luxurious coating that binds all ingredients together effortlessly.
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Polish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg