Smoked Sausage and Potato Bake

When it comes to comfort food, nothing beats a dish that’s hearty, flavorful, and baked all in one pan. This Smoked Sausage and Potato Bake is the ultimate weeknight dinner—tender potatoes, smoky sausage, sweet onions, and peppers all roasted together until golden and delicious. It’s simple, satisfying, and guaranteed to be a family favorite!

Recipe Overview

• Course: Main Course
• Cuisine: American
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 50 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
• Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 ½ lbs baby creamer potatoes, halved
• 1 ½ lbs beef smoked sausage, sliced into 1-inch pieces
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tsp Slap Ya Mama seasoning (or Cajun seasoning of choice)
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp red pepper flakes
• 4 tbsp butter, cubed

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven
   Heat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13 baking dish with nonstick spray.
2. Season the Potatoes
   In a large bowl, toss halved potatoes with olive oil. Season with Slap Ya Mama seasoning, garlic powder, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
3. Add Sausage & Veggies
   Add sausage, onion, and bell pepper to the bowl. Gently toss to coat everything evenly with the seasonings.
4. Assemble & Bake
   Transfer mixture into the prepared baking dish. Dot the top with cubed butter.
   Cover tightly with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake another 15–20 minutes, until potatoes are fork-tender and slightly golden.
5. Serve
   Let rest for 5 minutes, then serve hot. Enjoy as a complete meal straight from the pan!

Tips & Variations

✨ Spice It Up – Add extra red pepper flakes or use spicy smoked sausage for more heat.

✨ Mix & Match Veggies – Try red or yellow bell peppers, zucchini, or mushrooms for variety.

✨ Make It Cheesy – Sprinkle shredded cheddar or mozzarella over the top during the last 10 minutes of baking.

✨ Meal Prep Friendly – This dish reheats beautifully and makes great leftovers for lunch the next day.