Description
This Amish Winter Bliss Casserole is the ultimate cold-weather comfort food with layers of russet potatoes, savory sausage, cream of mushroom sauce, and gooey cheese. A hearty, make-ahead friendly dish perfect for winter gatherings, meal prep, or cozy weeknights. It’s rich, filling, and family-approved.
Ingredients
3 large russet potatoes
1 pound ground sausage
1 medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1 can cream of mushroom soup
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
1. Peel and slice the russet potatoes into 1/8-inch rounds.
2. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the sausage until fully cooked.
3. Add diced onion and garlic to the skillet and sauté until soft and fragrant.
4. Stir in the cream of mushroom soup and heavy cream. Simmer until slightly thickened.
5. Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a casserole dish with butter.
6. Layer half the sliced potatoes on the bottom of the dish.
7. Spread half of the sausage mixture over the potatoes.
8. Sprinkle with half of the shredded cheese.
9. Repeat the layers with the remaining potatoes, sausage mixture, and cheese.
10. Dot the top with small pieces of butter.
11. Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
12. Uncover and bake for another 15–20 minutes until golden and bubbling.
13. Let rest 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley if desired.
Notes
This recipe is freezer-friendly before or after baking.
You can substitute turkey or chicken sausage for a leaner option.
For a spicy version, use hot Italian sausage or add red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Amish-inspired comfort food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 95mg