Rustic Sausage With Potatoes Casserole

Rustic Sausage With Potatoes Casserole


1. In a heavy skillet over medium heat, fry the bacon until just browned, about 8-10 minutes. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon to drain. Set aside.

2. In the same skillet over medium heat, fry the potatoes in the bacon grease until golden brown on all sides, turning with a slotted spoon as needed, 12-15 minutes. If more grease is needed, use the olive oil. Remove the potatoes with a slotted spoon to drain. In a large bowl, combine the potatoes with the black beans and set aside.

3. Discard the grease and wipe the skillet clean.

4. Add the Italian dressing to the skillet and cook the onions, carrots and kielbasa over medium heat, stirring occasionally, 12-15 minutes. Stir in the wine, broth, tomato puree, thyme and bacon. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.

5. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

6. In a lightly greased 2-4 quart casserole, ladle 1/3 of the tomato mixture. Spread 1/2 of the potatoes and beans over the top. Repeat with 1/3 of the tomato mixture and the remaining potatoes and beans. Top with the remaining tomato mixture. Spread the bread crumbs over the tomato mixture and drizzle the butter over the crumbs. Sprinkle the cilantro over the top.

7. Bake for 1 hour.

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