Yield: Serves 6 to 8 | Prep Time: 30 minutes | Cook Time: 55 minutes
A sweet twist on meat and potatoes, this sweet potato sausage casserole is a nice change from routine dinners. It’s a healthier option thanks to the nutrient-packed sweet potato, making it another good choice to add to your recipe box.
INGREDIENTS
6 sweet potatoes, unpeeled
4 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
1 onion, diced
6 garlic cloves, minced
1 pound hot Italian sausage, casings removed
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
1. Preheat the oven to 400°F and lightly coat a 9 × 13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
2. Cut the sweet potatoes into large cubes and toss with 2 tablespoons of the olive oil, the salt, and the pepper. Transfer to the baking dish and roast for 30 minutes.
3. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat the remaining oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté for 5 minutes. Add the sausage and break apart with a wooden spoon until cooked.
4. Add the sausage to the sweet potatoes and top with the Parmesan and pepper flakes, if using. Bake for another 15 minutes. Serve.
