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Cheesy Kielbasa Sausage Potato Casserole For Busy Weeknights Baked Golden And Bubbling

Cheesy Kielbasa Sausage Potato Casserole for Busy Weeknights

Cheesy Kielbasa Sausage Potato Casserole for Busy Weeknights pairs browned turkey kielbasa and tender potatoes with a creamy cheddar sauce.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 389

Ingredients
  

Casserole
  • 12 ounces fully cooked lean turkey kielbasa 1/2-inch rounds
  • 1 pound Yukon Gold potatoes 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1 small yellow onion diced
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika seasoning
Cheese Sauce
  • 1 cup 2% milk cold
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch sauce thickener
  • 1 cup reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1/2 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard sauce flavor

Equipment

  • 2-Quart Baking Dish
  • Large Saucepan
  • Large Nonstick Skillet
  • Colander
  • whisk

Method
 

  1. Heat the oven to 375°F and coat a 2-quart baking dish with cooking spray.
  2. Add the potatoes to a saucepan, cover with cold water, and season with half the salt. Bring to a boil and cook for 7 minutes, until the edges are tender but the centers remain firm.
  3. Drain the potatoes thoroughly and let them steam-dry in the colander for 2 minutes.
  4. Heat 1 teaspoon olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the kielbasa for 3 to 4 minutes, turning once, then transfer it to a plate.
  5. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the remaining oil and onion, then cook for 3 minutes until softened.
  6. Whisk the milk and cornstarch together. Pour the mixture into the skillet and add the remaining salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes, whisking, until the sauce coats a spoon.
  7. Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the cheddar until melted, followed by the Greek yogurt and Dijon. Fold in the potatoes and kielbasa, then transfer everything to the baking dish.
  8. Bake for 25 minutes, until the sauce bubbles around the edges and the potatoes are fork-tender. Rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Refrigerate leftovers in a covered container for up to 4 days. Assemble the casserole up to 1 day ahead and refrigerate, adding 5 to 10 minutes to the baking time when starting cold. Pork kielbasa may replace turkey kielbasa, though it will produce a richer sauce. Freezing is possible for up to 2 months, but the potatoes and dairy sauce will be softer after thawing.