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Creamy Sausage & Potato Whole30 Casserole

A comforting and satisfying casserole that combines hearty sausage with creamy coconut, perfect for Whole30, Paleo, or gluten-free diets.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground sausage (no sugar) Adds savory depth
  • 3 cups shredded potatoes Ensure hash browns are sugar-free
  • 2 cups baby spinach Fresh and vibrant
  • 1 13.5oz can unsweetened coconut cream Provides a creamy texture
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms Enhances flavor
  • 1 cup diced yellow onion Sweet and aromatic
  • 1 cup broth (chicken or beef) Adds moisture and flavor
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk Creamy milk alternative
  • 2 tablespoons arrowroot flour (or tapioca flour) Gluten-free thickener
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For sautéing the onions
  • 1 tablespoon ghee Dairy-free buttery taste
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic Elevates flavor
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Essential for seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper Essential for seasoning

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and grease a 2.5-3 quart casserole dish.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté diced onion for about 3 minutes until softened.
  3. Add ground sausage, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Cook until the sausage is browned and crumbled. Drain excess grease and transfer to a large bowl.
  4. In the same skillet, combine almond milk, coconut cream, ghee, and broth with remaining spices. Simmer for about 5 minutes.
  5. Mix hash browns, spinach, and mushrooms into the bowl with the crumbled sausage.
  6. Whisk arrowroot flour into the sauce in the skillet. Continue whisking for about 2 minutes until thickened.
  7. Pour the cream sauce over the sausage and potato mixture, stirring to coat evenly.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes until the top is golden and firm.

Notes

For maximum flavor, use a combination of sausages. Nutritional yeast can enhance creaminess. Sprinkle crushed almonds or walnuts on top before baking for added texture.