Green Bean Sausage Bake (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Casserole Ingredients
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1 cup and a half of shredded cheddar cheese (sharp)
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2 tablespoons of melted butter
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 pound of baby potatoes, chopped into halves
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1 pound of smoked sausage, cut into rounds
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1 pound green beans, trimmed to 2-inch lengths
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3 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
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1 diced large onion
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1 teaspoon Italian herb mix
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1 teaspoon of ground paprika
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Half a teaspoon of ground black pepper
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Half a teaspoon of salt
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Three-fourths of a cup chicken broth
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Half a cup of heavy whipping cream
# Instructions:
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Turn the oven on to heat to 375°F (190°C). Coat a 9×13 pan with butter or a few sprays of cooking oil.
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Take a large bowl. Toss together the potato halves and the trimmed green beans with olive oil, paprika, Italian herbs, salt, and some black pepper until coated evenly.
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Warm a large skillet on medium-high. Add the sausage slices and cook them until they brown a bit—this takes around 5 minutes. Then, let them rest on a plate lined with paper towels.
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Using the same skillet, drop in the butter and let it melt. Add the chopped onions and garlic. Stir them occasionally for 3-4 minutes until they soften and smell amazing.
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Put the cooked sausage, seasoned potatoes, green beans, and onion/garlic mixture into the greased dish. Pour heavy cream and chicken broth over the top.
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Cover the dish tightly with foil and let it bake for about 35-40 minutes. Check to ensure the potatoes are soft enough by poking them with a fork.
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Take off the foil, sprinkle your cheddar cheese generously over the entire dish, and put it back in the oven uncovered for 10-15 minutes. You want the cheese to bubble and turn golden.
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Let the dish sit for about 5-10 minutes before you serve it warm to guests.
# Notes:
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Feel free to try kielbasa, chicken sausage, or andouille as swaps for the smoked sausage.
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If you’d like it lighter, switch out heavy cream with half-and-half.