Description
Baked Potato and Sausage Casserole with Mozzarella for a comforting, creamy meal full of flavor. Perfect for family dinners and gatherings!
Ingredients
- Olive oil: for cooking and greasing
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
- Provencal herbs: to taste
- Sweet paprika: to taste
- Potatoes: 5 medium-sized
- Eggs: 4 large
- Mayonnaise: 1 tablespoon
- White onion: 1 medium, chopped
- Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
- Carrot: 1 large, grated
- Red bell pepper: 1 medium, chopped
- Green onions: for garnish
- Butter: 60 grams / 2.11 ounces
- Flour: 50 grams / 1.76 ounces
- Milk: 400 milliliters / 13.52 fluid ounces
- Sausages: 2, sliced
- Mozzarella cheese: 100 grams / 3.52 ounces, grated
Instructions
1. Prepare the Potatoes:
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Peel and slice the potatoes into thin rounds.
- Toss the potatoes with olive oil, salt, black pepper, Provencal herbs, and sweet paprika.
- Spread the seasoned potatoes evenly in a greased baking dish and bake for 30 minutes or until slightly tender.
2. Prepare the Eggs:
- In a bowl, whisk the eggs with 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise. Season with salt and ground black pepper. Set aside.
3. Prepare the Vegetables:
- In a pan, heat a little olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion until it becomes translucent.
- Add the minced garlic, grated carrot, and chopped red bell pepper to the pan. Season with salt, black pepper, and paprika. Cook until the vegetables soften, about 5 minutes.
4. Prepare the Sauce:
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, forming a roux.
- Gradually add the milk, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Continue cooking until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
- Season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste.
5. Assemble the Casserole:
- Take the partially baked potatoes out of the oven.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the potatoes.
- Layer the sautéed vegetables and sliced sausages on top of the potatoes.
- Pour the prepared sauce over the entire casserole.
- Sprinkle the grated mozzarella cheese on top.
6. Bake:
- Return the casserole to the oven and bake at 180°C (350°F) for another 30 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
7. Garnish and Serve:
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
- Serve the casserole hot and enjoy the rich, comforting flavors.
Notes
Storage Information
- Room Temperature: Best consumed immediately after baking.
- Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze individual portions for up to 2 months. Reheat thoroughly before serving.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food