Sausage and sweet onion casserole is a very popular traditional dish in various regions of Latin America, especially in countries like Mexico, Colombia, and Argentina, where casseroles are synonymous with comforting and family meals. This dish combines simple ingredients that, when united, offer a delicious and homely flavor. In some countries, it is known simply as "sausage casserole," while in others it is called "savory sausage pie" or "sausage and onion stew." The influence of home cooking and the use of accessible ingredients have made this recipe endure over time, being a classic at gatherings and everyday meals.
How to Make Gladys's Sausage and Sweet Onion Casserole
To prepare this delicious casserole you will need the following ingredients: onions, Ritz crackers, sausage meat, salt, seasoned salt, cream of mushroom soup, cheddar cheese, and bell pepper.
Step 1: Place onions at the bottom of a 12" x 17" Pyrex dish.
Step 2: Add Ritz crackers, then the sausage meat.
Step 3: Add a layer of onions, cream of mushroom soup, salt, and seasoned salt.
Step 4: Sprinkle a layer of cheese and bell pepper.
Step 5: Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F for 1 hour.
This dish is ideal for sharing and enjoying intense flavors and varied textures. The combination of sausage meat with the sweetness of the onion and the creamy touch of the mushroom soup creates a delicious casserole that is perfect for any occasion.