Dad-in-law always wants this when he’s here – he can’t get enough!

Here are the ingredients: – 1 pound of sliced sausage – 4 medium-sized potatoes (peeled and chopped into bite-sized pieces) – 1 cup of trimmed and cut asparagus pieces (about 1 inch each) – 1 small yellow onion (diced) – 2 minced garlic cloves

« Cheddar cheese » crumbled into a cup

Two teaspoons of olive oil, one teaspoon of dried thyme, one cup of chicken or vegetarian broth

Garnish with fresh parsley if desired; season with salt and pepper.

How to Follow

1. Spray or lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish and set oven temperature to 375°F (190°C).

The second step is to brown the sausage pieces in a big pan over medium heat. Lay them aside after taking them out of the pan.

3. Toss in the chopped potatoes and continue cooking for about 10 minutes, or until they begin to soften. The amount of oil you use may determine how much you need to add.

4. Before the potatoes finish cooking, add the minced garlic and chopped onion. Cook for an additional three to five minutes, or until the onion becomes translucent.

5. Carefully combine the cooked potatoes, onions, and sausage with the asparagus in the baking dish that you had prepared.

6. Pour the broth evenly into a corner of the pan while positioned at a suitable height. Finally, top the mixture with the salt, pepper, and dry thyme.

7. Place the dish in a preheated oven and bake for about 20 minutes, covering it with aluminum foil.

8. After removing the foil, cover with the shredded cheddar cheese and bake for another 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and starting to turn golden.

9. After the dish has rested for a few minutes, top it with some fresh parsley. Warm it up and savor all the flavors!

Advice and Variations: To make it suitable for vegetarians, feel free to use a plant-based sausage substitute.

– If you want to add some spring vegetables but your family doesn’t like asparagus, try sliced carrots or fresh spinach instead.

– When you’re ready to bake the potato mixture, try adding a splash of heavy cream or a dollop of sour cream for a creamier texture.

– Have any extras? They whip up a delicious brunch the next morning. Reheat in a microwave or oven.

– Do not worry about achieving perfection; the finest meals are those that are prepared with love. This casserole is the perfect recipe to bring the family together, which is the whole point of cooking.