📝 Description
This Cheesy Little Smokies Hash Brown Casserole is the ultimate comfort food! Made with tender shredded potatoes, juicy smoked sausages, and a rich, creamy cheddar cheese sauce, everything bakes together into a bubbly, golden, cheesy dinner that’s perfect for busy weeknights and family gatherings. 🌭❤️
🛒 Ingredients
- 1 (30 oz) bag frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed
- 1 (14 oz) package Little Smokies cocktail sausages
- 1 (10.5 oz) can condensed cheddar cheese soup
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup milk
- ¼ cup melted butter
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
👩🍳 Instructions
- Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9 × 13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
- Prepare the Creamy Sauce
In a large mixing bowl, combine the condensed cheddar cheese soup, sour cream, milk, melted butter, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, black pepper, and salt. Stir until smooth and creamy.
- Add the Potatoes
Add the thawed shredded hash browns to the bowl. Mix gently until all the potatoes are coated with the creamy cheese mixture.
- Assemble the Casserole
Spread the potato mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish. Scatter the Little Smokies sausages over the top, gently pressing some into the potato mixture. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over everything.
- Bake Until Golden
Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and continue baking for another 15–20 minutes, until the potatoes are tender and the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden.
- Rest and Serve
Allow the casserole to rest for 5–10 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley or green onions if desired.
⏱️ Recipe Details
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Rest Time: 5–10 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Servings: 6–8
- Course: Main Dish / Dinner
- Cuisine: American
- Cooking Method: Oven-Baked
💡 Helpful Tips
- Thaw and drain frozen hash browns before mixing to prevent excess moisture.
- For extra cheesiness, add another ½ cup of shredded cheddar.
- Slice the Little Smokies in half for smaller bites in every serving.
- Add cooked crispy bacon for an extra smoky flavor.
- Let the casserole rest before cutting so it holds together better.
❤️ Serving Suggestions
Serve warm with a fresh garden salad, steamed broccoli, roasted vegetables, or garlic bread. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave until thoroughly hot.
Enjoy this delicious, cheesy family favorite! 🥔🌭🧀