Easy Kielbasa and Hashbrown Casserole
This Kielbasa and Hashbrown Casserole is a simple and budget-friendly dish that's perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. With just a few ingredients and minimal prep work, you can create a hearty, comforting meal that feeds a crowd. The creamy combination of hashbrowns, cheese, and kielbasa, all cooked to perfection in a slow cooker, makes this a go-to recipe for any occasion.
Materials
- - 1 package Kielbasa or smoked sausage e.g., Ekrich Sausage, cut into chunks
- - 1 32 oz bag frozen hashbrowns
- - 1 small onion diced
- - 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
- - 1/2 cup sour cream
- - 1/2 cup milk
- - 1 10 oz can cream of mushroom or chicken soup
- - Salt and pepper to taste
- - 1 teaspoon minced garlic optional
- - 1 teaspoon onion powder optional
Instructions
- **Prepare the Ingredients**: Start by cutting the kielbasa or smoked sausage into chunks and dicing the onion.
- **Assemble in Slow Cooker**: In a greased slow cooker, add the sausage, hashbrowns, diced onion, and 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese.
- **Make the Sauce**: In a separate bowl, mix together the cream of mushroom or chicken soup, sour cream, and milk. Season with salt, pepper, minced garlic, and onion powder to taste.
- **Combine**: Pour the sauce mixture over the sausage and hashbrowns in the slow cooker. Stir to ensure everything is evenly coated.
- **Add Topping**: Sprinkle an additional 1/2 cup of shredded cheese on top of the mixture.
- **Cook**: Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the potatoes are tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- **Serve**: Serve hot with a side salad, roasted vegetables, or Texas garlic toast for a complete meal.