Cheesy Sausage & Potato Casserole (Slow Cooker Style)
This comfort food classic is a cozy, budget-friendly dump meal that takes minimal effort and delivers maximum flavor. Packed with smoky sausage, creamy potatoes, and melty cheddar, it’s the kind of hearty dish that brings everyone to the table—fast. Serve it up with garlic bread or veggies and watch it disappear.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 6 hrs (low) or 3–4 hrs (high)
- Total Time: 12 minute
- Yield: 10–12 1x
Ingredients
2 lbs smoked sausage, sliced
2 bags (64 oz total) frozen diced potatoes
2 small onions, diced
2 cans (10 oz each) cream of celery soup
2 cups sour cream
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (plus extra for topping, if you’re feeling generous)
1 cup milk
Optional twist: Add ½ tsp garlic powder + ½ tsp smoked paprika for a flavor boost
Instructions
Layer the Goodness: Add sausage, potatoes, onion, and cheese to a greased slow cooker.
Mix the Sauce: In a bowl, combine cream of celery soup, sour cream, milk, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Stir well.
Pour & Cook: Pour the creamy mixture over the sausage and potatoes. Stir gently to combine.
Set It & Forget It:
Cook on low for 6 hours
Or on high for 3–4 hours, until potatoes are fork-tender and everything is bubbling and golden.
Serve Hot: Top with extra cheese or chopped fresh parsley before serving, if desired.
Nutrition
- Calories: 420
- Fat: 28g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g