This tasty and filling casserole is a great choice for breakfast or brunch. Mixing sausage, potatoes, and eggs makes a tasty and satisfying dish.
Here’s a simple recipe for French Fries and Sausage Casserole:
Ingredients:
- 1 lb (450 g) sausage (e.g., Italian or breakfast sausage), sliced or crumbled
- 1 bag (about 20 oz) frozen French fries
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup (optional for added creaminess)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil or cooking spray
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the Sausage:
- In a skillet, heat a bit of olive oil over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook until browned and fully cooked. Remove from heat and drain excess fat.
- Prepare the Onion and Garlic:
- In the same skillet, add diced onion and cook until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute. Combine with the cooked sausage.
- Combine Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, mix the cooked sausage and onion mixture with sour cream and cream of mushroom soup (if using). Season with salt and pepper.
- Assemble the Casserole:
- Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with olive oil or cooking spray.
- Spread a layer of frozen French fries evenly in the bottom of the dish.
- Pour the sausage and sour cream mixture over the fries and spread it out evenly.
- Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the fries are crispy, the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the casserole is heated through.
- Cool and Serve:
- Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving.
Enjoy your hearty and comforting casserole!