Description
Slow cooker meals are the epitome of comfort food – hearty, flavorful, and effortless to prepare. That’s exactly what you’ll get with this Easy Slow Cooker Sausage and Cheesy Potatoes dish. This one-pot wonder combines savory sausage, tender potatoes, and a creamy, cheesy sauce for a delightful and satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 pound sausage (Italian or smoked)
- 2 pound Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
Instructions
1. To start, wash and dice the potatoes into bite-sized pieces, and slice the sausage into rounds. Layer half of the potatoes in the slow cooker, followed by half of the sausage and some diced onions. Next, mix the cream of mushroom soup with half the cheddar cheese and pour it over the layers. Top with the remaining potatoes and sausage, finishing off with the leftover onion and cheese.
2. Pop the lid on your slow cooker and let the magic happen. Cook the Easy Slow Cooker Sausage and Cheesy Potatoes on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours, until everything is tender and the flavors have melded together. When the cooking time is up, give the dish a gentle stir before serving.
Notes
This hearty and comforting dish pairs beautifully with a variety of side dishes. Consider serving it alongside a fresh green salad, roasted vegetables, or crusty bread to soak up the delicious cheesy sauce. For a complete meal, you can also add a simple vegetable side, such as steamed broccoli or roasted Brussels sprouts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 25 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 35 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 20 grams
- Cholesterol: 70 milligrams