Smoky Smoked Sausage and Potato Bake

This Smoked Sausage and Potato Bake is the ultimate easy  dinner — hearty, smoky, savory, and ridiculously satisfying. It’s a no-fuss comfort food recipe that’s packed with flavor and made entirely on one pan. Ideal for busy weeknights, potlucks, or lazy Sunday dinners.

💛 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✔ One-pan magic – less mess, easy cleanup
✔ Minimal prep – chop, toss, and bake
✔ Ultra-versatile – mix and match veggies ostyles
✔ Family-friendly – hearty and satisfying
✔ Budget-conscious and freezer-friendly

📋 Recipe Categories

• • Cuisine: American / Comfort Food

  • Course: Dinner / Main Dish

  • Method: Oven-Baked

  • Difficulty: Easy

⏱️ Cooking & Prep Times

• Prep Time: 10 minutes

• Cook Time: 35–45 minutes

• Total Time: ~55 minutes

• Servings: 4–6

• 🍽️ Kitchen Equipment Needed

  ✅ Baking sheet or roasting pan
  ✅ Mixing bowl (optional – can mix directly on the pan)
  ✅ Sharp knife & cutting board
  ✅ Oven
  ✅ Spatula or tongs (for flipping halfway)

  🧾 Ingredients

  1 lb (450g) smoked sausage, sliced into thick coins

• • 2 lbs (900g) potatoes, cut into 1-inch chunks (Yukon Gold or red)

  • 1 medium red onion, sliced

  • 1 bell pepper, any color, sliced (optional)

  • 3 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 tsp smoked paprika

  • 1 tsp garlic powder

  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

  • Fresh parsley or thyme, chopped (for garnish)

  • ½–1 cup shredded cheese (optional, cheddar or mozzarella)

    Cheese making kit

  👨‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

  Step 1: Preheat the Oven

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). A hot oven ensures those potatoes get crispy edges!

  Step 2: Prep the Ingredients

  • Potatoes: Wash and chop into 1-inch chunks. No peeling needed for thin-skinned potatoes.

  • Sausage: Slice into hearty rounds.

  • Veggies: Slice onion and bell pepper if using.

  Step 3: Toss with Seasoning

  • In a large bowl (or directly on the baking sheet), combine potatoes, sausage, onion, and pepper.

  • Drizzle with olive oil.

  • Sprinkle with smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

  • Toss well to coat everything evenly.

  Step 4: Bake to Golden Perfection

  • Spread mixture out in a single layer on a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet.

  • Bake for 35–45 minutes, flipping halfway through.

  • Everything should be crispy, browned, and fork-tender.

  Step 5: Add Cheese (Optional)

  • Sprinkle cheese over the top in the final 5 minutes of baking.

    Cheese making kit

  • Let it melt and bubble — totally worth it!

  Step 6: Garnish and Serve

  • Remove from oven and sprinkle with fresh parsley or thyme.

  • Serve warm and enjoy!