{"id":27285,"date":"2018-01-01T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-09-08T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/origin-www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/au-gratin-sausage-skillet\/"},"modified":"2024-11-07T14:16:53","modified_gmt":"2024-11-07T20:16:53","slug":"au-gratin-sausage-skillet","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/au-gratin-sausage-skillet\/","title":{"rendered":"Au Gratin Sausage Skillet"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Cheesy, hearty and packed with meat and vegetables, this creamy dish comes together in under an hour. This simple dinner of scalloped potatoes and sausage tastes anything but boring. Smoky, creamy and cheesy, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/one-dish-skillet-meals\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/one-dish-skillet-meals\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">one-skillet-dinner<\/a> feeds the whole family with minimal clean-up. Top it with an extra handful of cheddar cheese for a creamy, tangy topping that&#8217;s hard to resist.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Scalloped Potatoes and Sausage Ingredients<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul class=\"recipe-ingredients__list recipe-ingredients__collection splitColumns\">\n<li><strong>Smoked kielbasa:\u00a0<\/strong>This <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/kielbasa-recipes\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/kielbasa-recipes\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">smoked sausage<\/a> is packed with flavor from ingredients such as garlic, cloves, pimento and marjoram, and it&#8217;s typically sold fully cooked.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Packaged au gratin potatoes:\u00a0<\/strong>This <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/au-gratin-potatoes-recipes\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/au-gratin-potatoes-recipes\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">impressive side dish<\/a> comes preseasoned and prepackaged, so it&#8217;s a quick ingredient to add to hearty dinner recipes such as this one.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Frozen California-blend vegetables: <\/strong>Frozen vegetables cook quickly, so they&#8217;re excellent when you&#8217;re short on time but want to add nutrients to your meal. This blend typically contains broccoli, cauliflower and carrots.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cheddar cheese: <\/strong>We sprinkle the top of this dish with cheese for a creamy texture and tangy flavor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Directions<\/h2>\n<h3><b>Step 1: Brown the sausage and cook the potatoes<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2076904\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Scalloped-Potatoes-and-Sausage_TOHD24_10398_SarahTramonte_1.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Step 1 of Taste Recipes Scalloped Potatoes and Sausage is to brown the sausage and cook the potatoes\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Sarah Tramonte for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>In a large skillet, cook the sausage in oil until it&#8217;s lightly browned, then drain. Add the potatoes with the contents of the sauce mix and water. Cover it and cook over medium heat for 18 to 20 minutes or until the potatoes are almost tender, stirring occasionally.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 2: Add the vegetables and melt the cheese<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2076903\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Scalloped-Potatoes-and-Sausage_TOHD24_10398_SarahTramonte_2.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Step 2 of Taste Recipes Scalloped Potatoes and Sausage is to add the vegeteables and let them cook before melting the cheese on top\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Sarah Tramonte for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Add the vegetables, then cover and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until the potatoes and vegetables are tender. Sprinkle with cheese and remove from the heat. Then cover and let it stand for two minutes or until the cheese is melted.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2076902\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Scalloped-Potatoes-and-Sausage_TOHD24_10398_SarahTramonte_3.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Taste Recipes Scalloped Potatoes and Sausage\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Sarah Tramonte for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Scalloped Potatoes and Sausage Variations<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Try another type of sausage:<\/strong>\u00a0 If you can&#8217;t find kielbasa, you can easily use a different sausage here, such as spicy or sweet Italian. However, not all sausages are precooked, as kielbasa is. Whichever one you choose, be sure that it&#8217;s fully cooked in the pan before serving.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Add caramelized onions:\u00a0<\/strong>This is a savory, smoky dish, so adding a sweet component is a great way to balance it. If you&#8217;re a fan of caramelized onions, this scalloped potatoes and sausage recipe is a great place to use them. First, caramelize your onions in a pan (using <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/caramelized-onions\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/caramelized-onions\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">this recipe<\/a>), then add them to the pan in step two.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>How to Store Scalloped Potatoes and Sausage<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2076900\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Scalloped-Potatoes-and-Sausage_TOHD24_10398_SarahTramonte_5.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Taste Recipes Scalloped Potatoes and Sausage\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Sarah Tramonte for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>This dish is easy to store in the refrigerator. Let it come to room temperature after cooking, then transfer any leftovers to a container with a tight-fitting lid. Store in the refrigerator for three to five days.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Can you make scalloped potatoes and sausage ahead of time?\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>You can certainly make this dish in advance and store it in the refrigerator. However, it should be eaten within a day or two to best enjoy the fresh flavors and textures. If you&#8217;d like to make this dish the night before serving, prepare it to completion, then let it come down to room temperature before covering it and placing it in the refrigerator overnight.<\/p>\n<h3>What&#8217;s the difference between scalloped potatoes and au gratin potatoes?<\/h3>\n<p>Traditionally, scalloped potatoes are made with just a cream sauce, while au gratin potatoes are made with a cream sauce and cheese. The cheese in au gratin potatoes can either be mixed into the cream sauce, layered between the potato slices or sprinkled on top.<\/p>\n<h3>What can I serve with this dish?<\/h3>\n<p>This is a hearty meal that can taste a little heavy, so it&#8217;s a good idea to serve it with something light such as a salad. You can also serve it with extra protein such as simple roasted chicken or grilled pork chops.<\/p>\n<h3>Can I make this dish with fresh au gratin potatoes rather than store-bought?<\/h3>\n<p>You can absolutely replicate this dish with homemade au gratin potatoes. If you have extra time to prep, use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/simple-au-gratin-potatoes\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/simple-au-gratin-potatoes\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">this recipe<\/a>, then incorporate the potatoes as indicated in the recipe above.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Using frozen vegetables and a package of au gratin potatoes, I can get this satisfying stovetop supper on the table in no time. Even our oldest daughter, who can be a picky eater, loves it &#8211; and it is an excellent way of getting her to eat her vegetables. \u2014Penny Greene, Lancaster, Ohio<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7061,"featured_media":2076899,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"ep_exclude_from_search":false},"tags":[304328,305271,304292,304338,305334,303966,305343,306848,304268,307307,307383,307404,324623,304020,304005,307614,304353],"categories-v2":[308319,308984,308481,309216,308305,308992,309337,308495,309351,309603,259483,310342,310410,310435,309177,308594,308549,310591,309005],"coauthors":[343407],"recommended_recipes":[{"post_title":"Pork Chops with Scalloped Potatoes","post_link":"\/recipes\/pork-chops-with-scalloped-potatoes\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Pork-Chops-with-Scalloped-Potatoes_EXPS_TOHcom24_1152_P2_MD_05_14_1b-e1733935707205_01.jpg"},{"post_title":"Sausage and 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"},"aggregateRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"AggregateRating","ratingValue":4.394737,"reviewCount":38,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5},"recipeCuisine":"Europe, German","review":[{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-01-28","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Autume"},"reviewBody":"My family loved this easy cheap meal! I definitely will be keeping this one in my back pocket. I did take note though and still added milk and <strong>unsalted<\/strong> butter. Also, ensure all potatoes are fully submerged under the liquid during the 18-20 mins as well as stir all contents about every 5 mins.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-07-25","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Lisa168"},"reviewBody":"Whoever came up with this should get, at least, an honorable mention!  It\u2019s a very simple, homey meal that checks the boxes of being inexpensive, quick to put together, doesn\u2019t dirty tons of dishes, and tastes good to boot.  Easy to keep the fixings around for that last-minute meal.  I had no problem with it sticking to the bottom of my nonstick skillet\u2026.just turn the heat down to a simmer and stir a few times while cooking the potatoes.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-08-24","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Ana001"},"reviewBody":"Fist time making this recipe and we all loved it! Will become a regular in our kitchen :) I did a few modifications, I used ghee instead of oil, so I didn\u2019t drain it. I used 2 cups of water and 1\/2 cup of half and half boiled and added the Au Gratin spices into it, the cooking time was less, I\u2019m thinking it was because of the boiling water. I used my iron skillet and it did not stick, it was perfect!!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2023-02-28","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Caitlin269"},"reviewBody":"<p>This was a great cheap and easy meal to make. I did double it so that my husband and I would have lunch for work tomorrow. I also used chicken broth instead of water and I did add the 2% milk that the package asked for just to make it a little creamier. I also used hillshire farms smoked turkey sausage. It was delicious! Definitely a cheap, Quick, and easy meal for weeknight dinners. <\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2023-10-13","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Barbara3799"},"reviewBody":"<p>Made this and it's not too bad. If I make it again I will not use the frozen California mix. Just steam fresh veggies and add them in to it.<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-05-11","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"modestcook"},"reviewBody":"Just two of us so I cut the sausage in half. Other than that I made it as written I thought it needed some changes. I made it again last night. I saut\u00e9ed the sausage in butter instead of oil until a little brown, removed it from the pan. I used 2 cups of water and 1\/2 cup of whole milk, it thickened more than I like so added a little more milk. This time I used only 1\/2 cup of frozen peas instead of 8-ounces of vegetable blend. We both liked it better with the few changes. I would give it 3 stars as written, but 5 stars after my changes.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-09-17","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"afschaak"},"reviewBody":"Made this tonight, so easy. I did not have a box of  au gratin potatoes but I did have a box of  scalloped and it worked out great.  I also just used what I had in the freezer for a mixed frozen veggie.  My kids and husband had it gone in a flash. Will be making again soon!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-04-30","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Peapod0114"},"reviewBody":"This was an easy  weeknight recipe with simple ingredients! My husband loved it a lot it's very nice comfort food. We also baked it in the oven with a little extra cheese.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-06-18","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Jen Wiebe","givenName":"Jen","familyName":"Wiebe"},"reviewBody":"I used smokies instead of the sausage, and it turned out great!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-07-30","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"dawnhall725"},"reviewBody":"Very good recipe. We enjoyed it very much. However water seemed to start evaporating before potatoes were even partially done. Overall it took abit of ajustment...but thank you for posting a great switch up from plain au gratin potatoes.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-08-30","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"bjsilve0"},"reviewBody":"My Granddaughter (8 yrs. old) loves to cook with me.  I am always looking for something simple.  She practices her reading as she reads the recipe first all the way through and then I stand back and watch and play consultant.  Simple with wonderful flavor.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-11-09","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"mamaknowsbest"},"reviewBody":"Surprise!!! This is a great recipe!  I made this because half of the family loves boxed potatoes. To my surprise even the half who don't normally care for this style of cheesy potatoes LOVED this.   There is absolutely no taste of 'fake cheese' in this creamy hearty dinner. It is very easy to prepare so it is now apart of our Boy Scout camping dinner menu.  We have used two cans of vegetables instead of the frozen to free up ice chest space --- just add them at the end only to warm  up.  Simple enough for boys to make and hearty enough for men to eat!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-10-25","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"jakjak2012"},"reviewBody":"My fiancee loves kielbasa and potatoes.  This was a real treat for him.  I don't think I've ever seen him so anxious to eat a meal ever.  It was definitely yummy, quite salty and not the healthiest but you could exchange the sausage for a turkey sausage variety and use a reduced sodium package of au gratin potatoes.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-12-15","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"clorr11"},"reviewBody":"Not a bad concept, but mine was WAY too salty. So much so that I couldn't even eat it. I may try it again with a reduced sodium pack of potatoes  but I'd rather just have Kielbasa sauteed with onions and green peppers. Disappointing because it was simple and easy.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":2,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-11-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"mamaknowsbest"},"reviewBody":"Surprise!  This is a great recipe.  Was a little worried it would taste too much of 'fake' cheeseo-- it did not!  Great taste and easy to put together.  It is now on our Boy Scout camping menu rotation.  They replace frozen veggies for canned to save ice chest room.  Easy enough for teenagers to preprare and hearty enough for men to eat!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-04-23","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"ShellyChandler"},"reviewBody":"Made this when my vegetable heating nephews were visiting and they asked for seconds.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-06-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"nschueller"},"reviewBody":"My family loved this recipe.  Changed and used broccoli florets.  Even my son who doesn't like broccoli said it was good.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-11-10","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"mamaknowsbest"},"reviewBody":"Surprise!  This is a great recipe!  I was afraid that it would have a 'fake' cheese taste from the Au Gratin potatoes.  It was delicious.  This is now going to be in our Boy Scout camping menu rotation.  It is easy to prepare and equally good with two cans of vegetables instead of frozen to save on ice chest room.  Easy enough for boys to prepare and hearty enough for the men to eat!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-04-29","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"MissyQueen"},"reviewBody":"Very tasty! Easy!  Family gobbled it up.  I think the flavors blended well...I added some spices to suit our family's taste, onion powder and pepper.  Good solid recipe that will become a busy night standard.  The potato cook time seemed a bit long....but it didn't really make a huge difference.  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Going to try this with some turkey ham, and maybe even some thick chili.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-04-19","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"LibbiPeach"},"reviewBody":"I've been making something similar to this for years only i don't use boxed potatoes, i use fresh potatoes and no oil.  I lightly saute the sausage and the potatoes, then add the vegetables, and enough water to barely cover the meal.  Then cover with a lid until potatoes and vegetables are done to your liking.  Add shredded cheddar to taste on top of each serving.  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