Here’s a cozy, comforting, and easy-to-make Smoked Sausage and Potato Bake recipe — perfect for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or meal prep. It’s loaded with savory smoked sausage, crispy golden potatoes, and seasoned veggies, all baked to perfection.
🥘 Smoked Sausage and Potato Bake
⭐️ Serves: 4–6
⏱️ Prep Time: 15 min | Cook Time: 40–50 min | Total: ~1 hour
🧂 Ingredients
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1 lb (450g) smoked sausage, sliced into ½-inch rounds
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2 lbs (900g) Yukon gold or red potatoes, chopped into 1-inch cubes
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1 red bell pepper, diced
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1 green bell pepper, diced
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1 small red onion, chopped
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3 tbsp olive oil
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1 tsp smoked paprika
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1 tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp onion powder
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1 tsp Italian seasoning or dried thyme
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Salt & black pepper, to taste
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Optional: pinch of crushed red pepper flakes for heat
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Fresh parsley or green onions, chopped (for garnish)
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Optional: ½ cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella (for melty topping)
🔪 Instructions
Step 1: Preheat & Prep
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Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Lightly grease a large baking dish or sheet pan (use parchment for easier cleanup).
Step 2: Mix It All Together
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In a large bowl, combine the chopped potatoes, sausage, peppers, and onion.
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Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle on paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
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Toss well to evenly coat everything.
Step 3: Bake
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Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared dish or on the baking sheet in a single layer.
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Bake for 40–50 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until potatoes are tender and golden and the sausage is slightly crisped.
🔥 Optional: In the last 5–10 minutes, sprinkle shredded cheese over the top and return to the oven until melted and bubbly.
Step 4: Garnish & Serve
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Remove from oven, sprinkle with fresh herbs, and serve hot.