Delicious Potatoes Au Gratin with Smoked Sausage
A comforting dish that combines layers of creamy, cheesy potatoes with savory smoked sausage, perfect for any occasion.
Equipment
- Baking Dish
- Skillet
- Mixing Bowl
- Knife
- Mandoline
Ingredients
Potatoes
- 4 large Russet Potatoes Peeled and sliced thinly.
Smoked Sausage
- 1 pound Smoked Sausage Sliced into ¼-inch rounds.
Cheese
- 2 cups Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese For topping.
Cream
- 2 cups Heavy Cream For the sauce.
Butter
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Melted.
Garlic
- 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
Seasoning
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black Pepper
Garnish
- 1 handful Fresh Parsley Chopped, for garnish.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a large baking dish with butter.
- Wash, peel, and slice the potatoes thinly (about 1/8 inch thick).
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the sliced smoked sausage for 5-7 minutes until browned.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the heavy cream, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
- Layer the ingredients in the baking dish: start with potatoes, then sausage, and sprinkle cheese.
- Repeat the layering until all ingredients are used, finishing with cheese on top.
- Pour the cream mixture evenly over the layers.
- Drizzle melted butter over the top layer of cheese.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Let it rest for about 10 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
For variations, consider adding vegetables or different cheeses. This dish can also be made ahead of time.