Description
This sausage green bean potato casserole is a hearty, comforting, and easy one-dish meal. Savory sausage pairs with tender potatoes and green beans, all coated in a creamy mushroom sauce and topped with melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, it’s simple to prepare and versatile with plenty of variation options.
Ingredients
1 pound sausage
4 cups green beans
4 cups potatoes, diced
1 onion, chopped
2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
1 can cream of mushroom soup
1 cup milk
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet, brown the sausage and onion over medium heat.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked sausage, green beans, potatoes, cream of mushroom soup, and milk.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish.
- Top with shredded cheese.
- Bake for 45 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
Notes
Use turkey sausage for a lighter option.
Fresh or frozen green beans both work well.
Add garlic powder, paprika, or Italian seasoning for extra flavor.
Mix in sour cream or use a blend of cheeses for a richer taste.
Make ahead: assemble a day in advance and refrigerate before baking.
Store leftovers in the fridge up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
Reheat in the oven for best texture or microwave for convenience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 65mg