This Sausage Green Bean Potato Casserole is a hearty, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying one-pan meal! It combines smoky kielbasa sausage, tender baby potatoes, classic green beans, and a blend of savory seasonings, all baked together to create a comforting casserole the whole family will love. I appreciate how easy this recipe is to assemble, making it perfect for busy weeknights or a casual weekend dinner. It’s a great way to use up pantry staples and get a delicious meal on the table with minimal fuss.
Why You’ll Love This Sausage and Potato Casserole
- One-Pan Meal: Everything cooks together in one baking dish, making cleanup a breeze.
- Hearty and Satisfying: Packed with sausage, potatoes, and green beans, this casserole is a complete and filling meal.
- Easy to Make: This recipe uses simple ingredients and straightforward instructions.
- Flavorful: The combination of smoked sausage, garlic, onions, and spices creates a delicious and comforting flavor.
- Customizable: You can easily adjust the ingredients to your liking.
Ingredients for Sausage Green Bean Potato Casserole
Here’s what you’ll need to make this comforting casserole. The full list with measurements is in the recipe card below.
Main Ingredients
- Kielbasa or smoked sausage, sliced (Meat)
- Baby creamer potatoes, thoroughly washed and halved (Vegetable)
- Canned green beans, drained (Vegetable)
- Vegetable oil (Oil)
- Butter (Fat)
- Onions, finely chopped (Vegetable)
- Garlic, minced (Aromatic)
- Water
Seasoning
- Slap Ya Mama® seasoning (or your favorite Cajun seasoning blend) (Spice Blend)
- Garlic powder (Spice)
- Black pepper (Spice)
- Red pepper flakes (Spice)
(Note: the full ingredients list, including measurements, is provided in the recipe card below.)
Variations
I love this Sausage Green Bean Potato Casserole as is, but here are a few ideas for variations:
- Different Sausage: Try using andouille sausage, Polish sausage, or even Italian sausage.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle some shredded cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack, or a blend of cheeses over the top during the last few minutes of baking.
- Fresh Green Beans: Use fresh or frozen green beans instead of canned. If using fresh, blanch them for a few minutes before adding them to the casserole.
- Add More Vegetables: Toss in some sliced mushrooms, bell peppers, or carrots.
- Make it Spicy: Add more red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce.
How to Make Sausage Green Bean Potato Casserole
Let me show you how easy it is to make this Sausage Green Bean Potato Casserole:
Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Dish
- I begin by preheating the oven to 400°F (204°C).
- I prepare a 9×13 inch baking dish by coating it evenly with non-stick cooking spray.
Prepare Potatoes
- I proceed to wash the baby creamer potatoes thoroughly.
- Once cleaned, I slice each potato in half and place them into a sealable gallon-sized bag.
Season Potatoes
- I add the vegetable oil, Slap Ya Mama® seasoning, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to the bag containing the potatoes.
- I seal the bag securely and shake vigorously to ensure an even coating of the seasoning on the potatoes.
Cook Sausage
- In a large frying pan, I place the sliced sausage and add ¼ cup of water.
- I cook over medium-high heat.
- I continue cooking until the sausages have achieved a browned exterior and most of the water has evaporated.
- Once the sausage is cooked and has cooled down sufficiently, I add it to the bag with the seasoned potatoes.
Sauté Onions and Garlic
- Using the same frying pan, I melt the butter.
- I add the chopped onions and minced garlic to the pan.
- I sauté until the onions become translucent and fragrant.
- I allow the onion and garlic mixture to cool for a few minutes. Once it has cooled to a manageable temperature, I add it to the bag containing the potatoes and sausage.
- I seal the bag.
Combine Ingredients
- I seal the bag and shake well to combine all the ingredients.
Add Green Beans
- The final step before baking involves adding the drained green beans to the bag.
- Once again, I seal the bag and shake to ensure a thorough mix of all ingredients.
Bake
- I transfer the contents of the bag into the prepared baking dish.
- I cover the dish with aluminum foil.
- I place the covered dish in the preheated oven.
- I bake for 40 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
Serve
- Once cooking is complete, I carefully remove the baking dish from the oven.
Tips and Tricks for the BEST Casserole
Here are my secrets for making this casserole truly amazing:
- Use Baby Creamer Potatoes: Baby creamer potatoes have a thin skin and creamy texture that’s perfect for this casserole.
- Don’t Overcook the Potatoes: Bake the casserole just until the potatoes are tender.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste the mixture before baking and adjust the seasonings to your liking.
- Add cheese: For cheesy lovers
How to Serve
This Sausage Green Bean Potato Casserole is a complete meal on its own, but here are a few serving suggestions:
- Side Salad: A simple green salad or a coleslaw would complement the casserole nicely.
- Cornbread or Biscuits: Serve with warm cornbread or biscuits.
Make Ahead and Storage
You can assemble the casserole ahead of time (up to the point of baking) and store it, covered, in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Bake as directed when ready to serve. Leftover casserole can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave.
FAQs about Sausage Green Bean Potato Casserole
- Can I use a different type of sausage?
- Yes, you can use any type of smoked sausage you like.
- Can I use fresh green beans instead of canned?
- Yes, you can use fresh or frozen green beans. If using fresh, blanch them for a few minutes before adding them to the casserole.
- Can I freeze this casserole?
- Yes.
Enjoy this hearty, flavorful, and easy-to-make Sausage Green Bean Potato Casserole! It’s the perfect comfort food for any night of the week.
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Sausage Green Bean Potato Casserole
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 6-8 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American, Southern
Description
This Sausage Green Bean Potato Casserole is a hearty and flavorful one-dish meal. It combines smoked sausage, baby creamer potatoes, green beans, and a savory blend of seasonings, all baked together for a comforting and satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 pounds kielbasa or smoked sausage, sliced into 1/4-inch thick rounds
- 2 pounds baby creamer potatoes, thoroughly washed and halved
- Two 15-ounce cans green beans, drained
- 1/8 cup (2 tablespoons) vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
- 1 cup yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Slap Ya Mama® seasoning (or other Cajun seasoning blend)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Dish: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Prepare Potatoes: Wash and halve the baby creamer potatoes. Place the halved potatoes in a large, gallon-sized resealable plastic bag.
- Season Potatoes: Add the vegetable oil, Slap Ya Mama® seasoning (or Cajun seasoning), black pepper, and red pepper flakes to the bag with the potatoes. Seal the bag tightly and shake well to ensure the potatoes are evenly coated with the oil and seasonings.
- Cook Sausage: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the sliced kielbasa (or smoked sausage) and the 1/4 cup of water. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the sausage is browned and most of the water has evaporated. Remove the sausage from the skillet and let it cool slightly.
- Add Sausage to Potatoes: Once the sausage is cool enough to handle, add it to the bag with the seasoned potatoes.
- Sauté Onion and Garlic: In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onions are translucent and fragrant, about 3-5 minutes.
- Combine All Ingredients: Let the onion and garlic mixture cool slightly. Add the cooked onion and garlic mixture to the bag with the potatoes and sausage. Seal the bag and shake well to combine all ingredients.
- Add Green Beans: Add the drained canned green beans to the bag. Seal the bag again and shake gently to distribute the green beans evenly.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the entire contents of the bag into the prepared baking dish. Spread the mixture evenly.
- Bake (Covered): Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil. Bake for 40 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve hot.
Notes
- Kielbasa/Sausage: You can use kielbasa, smoked sausage, or any other type of fully cooked sausage you prefer.
- Potatoes: Baby creamer potatoes are recommended for their small size and creamy texture, but you can use other types of potatoes, cut into bite-sized pieces.
- Green Beans: Canned green beans are used for convenience, but you can use fresh or frozen green beans if you prefer. If using fresh or frozen, you may need to increase the cooking time slightly.
- Slap Ya Mama® Seasoning: This is a popular Cajun seasoning blend. If you don’t have it, you can substitute another Cajun seasoning or a mixture of salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.
- Spice Level: Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your preference.
- Serving Suggestions: This casserole is a complete meal on its own, but you can serve it with a side salad or crusty bread.