For a richer flavor, try using a homemade chicken broth. If you prefer a creamier casserole, substitute heavy cream for the half-and-half. This casserole can be assembled the night before and baked the next day for a convenient weeknight meal.
Embrace the cozy charm of a weekend gathering with this hearty sausage, green bean, and potato casserole. A symphony of savory flavors and comforting textures, it's the perfect dish to warm both body and soul.
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and grease a 3-quart baking dish.
Brown sausage pieces in a nonstick skillet over medium heat, 3 to 5 minutes; remove from the pan to a large bowl.
In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onions, and cook, stirring, until soft, about 3 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook another 30 seconds. Stir in thyme; season with salt and pepper.
Sprinkle flour over onions and garlic, and stir until flour has been absorbed, about 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in chicken broth and half-and-half. Bring to a boil, while stirring, then reduce to a simmer and cook, stirring, until sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove skillet from the heat.
Add green beans, potatoes, and carrots to the bowl with sausage; add sauce and stir to coat all ingredients with the sauce. Transfer mixture to the prepared baking dish. Cover with foil.
Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes. Remove foil, stir, and sprinkle fried onions on top.
Continue to bake until casserole is hot and bubbly and onions have crisped slightly, about 20 minutes more. Serve warm.
For a richer flavor, try using a homemade chicken broth. If you prefer a creamier casserole, substitute heavy cream for the half-and-half. This casserole can be assembled the night before and baked the next day for a convenient weeknight meal.
Ashly Gibson
Jun 29, 2025The thyme really makes this dish. I used Italian sausage and it was delicious.
Rex Graham
Jun 25, 2025This is my new go-to recipe for potlucks. Everyone always asks for the recipe.
Emmy Waelchi
Jun 19, 2025This casserole was a hit at our family dinner! The fried onions added the perfect crunch.
Zack Greenholt
Jun 17, 2025I prepped it the night before and it was so easy to just pop it in the oven the next day. A real time-saver!
Kathleen Crooks
Jun 17, 2025My kids are usually picky eaters, but they loved this casserole!
Wade Botsford
Jun 15, 2025I added a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little kick. It was great!