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Kielbasa Sausage Cheesy Potato Casserole

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A creamy and cheesy casserole featuring smoked kielbasa sausage and crispy potatoes, perfect for family gatherings and potlucks.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450 g) smoked kielbasa sausage, sliced into ½-inch pieces
  • 1 bag (32 oz / 900 g) frozen diced hash brown potatoes, thawed
  • 1 can (10.5 oz / 295 g) cream of chicken soup (or cream of mushroom)
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
  • ½ cup chopped green onions (or white onion sautéed)
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • 2 tablespoons butter (melted)
  • Optional: 1 cup crushed cornflakes or Ritz crackers for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Prepare a 9×13-inch baking dish by greasing it with butter or non-stick spray.
  3. Cook the sliced kielbasa in a skillet over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes until crispy.
  4. Mix the thawed hash browns, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, 1 cup of cheddar cheese, green onions, garlic powder, black pepper, and paprika in a large mixing bowl until well combined.
  5. Add the cooked kielbasa gently into the hash brown mixture.
  6. Pour the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish and shake to settle.
  7. Add the optional topping of crushed cornflakes or Ritz crackers.
  8. Drizzle with melted butter over the topping.
  9. Bake for about 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
  10. Let it cool for about 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

For a healthier option, substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt. Feel free to experiment with different toppings or ingredients based on your preferences.

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Keywords: casserole, comfort food, kielbasa, potatoes, cheesy, family meal

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