Au Gratin Sausage Skillet

My hubby and kids love it when I fix this!  I found this recipe in the cook book Fast Fixes with Mixes.  You can find it on amazon, check it out!

1 lb fully cooked kielbasa or polish sausage, halved and sliced 1/2 inch thick
2 tbps vegetable oil
1 package au gratin potatoes
2 1/2 cups water
1 package (8 oz) frozen california mix veggies
1-2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

1.  In a skillet, cook sausage in oil until lightly browned.  Drain.
2.  Add potatoes with contents of sauce mix and water.  Cover and cook over medium heat for 18-20 minutes or until the potatoes are almost tender, stirring occasionally.
3.  Add veggies, cover and cook for 8-10 minutes or until potatoes and veggies are tender.
4.  Sprinkle with cheese.  Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 2 minutes until the cheese is melted.

YIELD: 4 servings

NOTE:  The milk and butter listed on the potato package are not used in this recipe.