SMOKED SAUSAGE POTATO BAKE

Smoked Sausage Potato Bake image

My mom passed this recipe along to me. I often fix it for company because it's pleasing to the eye as well as the appetite. I rarely have leftovers, since second helpings are a given.-Joanne Werner, La Porte, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1-3/4 cups water
2/3 cup whole milk
5 tablespoons butter, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt
2-2/3 cups mashed potato flakes
1 cup sour cream
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 pound smoked sausage links, halved lengthwise and cut into 1/2-inch slices
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
2 tablespoons dry bread crumbs

Steps:

In a large saucepan, bring the water, milk, 4 tablespoons butter and salt to a boil. Remove from the heat; stir in potato flakes. Let stand for 30 seconds or until liquid is absorbed. Whip with a fork until fluffy. Stir in sour cream and cheddar cheese. , Spoon half into a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Top with sausage and remaining potatoes. Sprinkle with Monterey Jack cheese. , Melt remaining butter and toss with bread crumbs; sprinkle over the top. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until heated through and edges are golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 662 calories, Fat 49g fat (26g saturated fat), Cholesterol 140mg cholesterol, Sodium 1382mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 23g protein.