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Jolean's Cheese Potato & Smoked Sausage Casserole

By Stacky5 on June 20, 2005

Photo by thecookierookie

• Prep Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr
• Servings: 4-6

ABOUT THIS RECIPE

"This was another one of our favorites in the 70's Very inexpensive and very easy to make. Just recently found this recipe hand-written by my Mom, and the warm feelings flood back to me, because this was a true favorite in our house. Little did I know that she was on such a tight budget, yet made things like this that we all loved!! NOTE: The meat that was used in this recipe always varied, according to whatever we had available at the time."

INGREDIENTS

• 3 cups idaho potatoes, peeled, boiled and cut into cubes when cool, approx. 1 lb
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 4 tablespoons flour
• 2 cups milk
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 lb Velveeta cheese, diced
• 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 lb skinless smoked sausage ( Eckrich is my favorite brand)
• 1/8 teaspoon paprika

DIRECTIONS

1. Cut skinless smoked sausage in half, lengthwise, and then chop into 1/2 inch "half moon" cuts. Cook in a frying pan for about 15 minutes, turning frequently to SLIGHTLY brown.
2. Meanwhile, put cooked & diced potatoes in 2 quart casserole. Add cooked meat and give it a gentle toss.
3. Mix all remaining ingredients (except for shredded cheddar cheese & the paprika) in a saucepan over medium heat until warm, melted and smooth. (Use a whisk and stir constantly.).
4. Pour white/cheese sauce over potatoes and meat. Sprinkle shredded sharp cheddar cheese on top, and then sprinkle paprika evenly over the top.
5. Bake in preheated 350°F oven for 35-45 minutes (watch, until golden brown on top).
6. NOTE: You can substitute: 1/2 lb. hot dogs, sliced into 1/2-inch slices OR 1/2 lb. ham diced into 1/2-inch dices OR 12 oz. can of Spam diced into 1/2-inch dices, instead of the smoked sausage.

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NUTRITION FACTS

Serving Size: 1 (294 g)

Servings Per Recipe: 4

Amount Per Serving

% Daily Value

Calories 871.3

 

Calories from Fat 587

67%

Amount Per Serving

% Daily Value

Total Fat 65.2g

100%

Saturated Fat 31.7g

158%

Cholesterol 176.6mg

58%

Sugars 6.5 g

Sodium 2326.7mg

96%

Total Carbohydrate 37.3g

12%

Dietary Fiber 2.7g

11%

Sugars 6.5 g

26%

Protein 33.5g

67%

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