Italian Sausage and Potato Bake

Italian Sausage and Potato Bake recipe videos

Italian Sausage and Potato Bake is a hearty, rustic one-pan meal originating from Italian-American home cooking, featuring sliced Italian sausage (often a mix of sweet and hot), potatoes, onions, and bell peppers roasted together until tender and caramelized. It's a comforting, all-in-one dish that embodies the simplicity and bold flavors of Italian-inspired cuisine.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is typically high in protein from the sausage and carbohydrates from the potatoes, with a moderate to high fat content depending on the sausage used. A standard serving (about 1.5 cups) generally provides around 400-550 calories, along with iron, potassium, and vitamin C from the peppers.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	450 kcal
Protein	22 g
Carbs	35 g
Fat	24 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	5 g
Sodium	950 mg
Potassium	650 mg
Vitamin C	15 mg
Vitamin B6	0.4 mg
Vitamin B12	1.2 mcg
Iron	2.5 mg
Calcium	80 mg
Phosphorus	280 mg
Niacin (B3)	6 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it's a prime example of Italian-American 'cucina povera' (peasant cooking), transforming simple, affordable ingredients into a satisfying family meal. Nutritionally, the combination of protein and complex carbs makes it very satiating, though using turkey sausage or adding more vegetables can lighten it up.