Hearty Sausage Casserole

Cozy up with this irresistible Hearty Sausage Casserole, a one-pot wonder brimming with robust flavors and wholesome ingredients. Perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings, this comforting dish features succulent sausages browned to perfection, a medley of hearty vegetables like carrots, celery, and bell pepper, and creamy cannellini beans swimming in a luscious, herb-infused tomato broth. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a seamless transition from stovetop to oven, this casserole is as convenient as it is satisfying. Garnished with fresh parsley for a vibrant finish, it’s a warm, nourishing meal that’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Perfect for those searching for an easy, flavorful, and protein-packed dinner recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 8 pieces sausages (pork or chicken)
• 1 large, chopped onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 2 large, diced carrot
• 2 diced celery stalks
• 1 chopped red bell pepper
• 400 grams canned diced tomatoes
• 400 grams, drained and rinsed canned cannellini beans
• 250 milliliters chicken stock
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large oven-proof casserole dish over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the sausages and cook until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes. Remove them with a slotted spoon and set aside.

Step 4

In the same dish, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for about 3 minutes until the onion is translucent.

Step 5

Add the diced carrots, celery, and chopped red bell pepper to the dish. Cook for another 5 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.

Step 6

Stir in the canned diced tomatoes, draining excess liquid if desired, and the drained cannellini beans.

Step 7

Pour in the chicken stock and add the dried thyme, dried oregano, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.

Step 8

Return the browned sausages to the casserole dish, submerging them in the liquid and vegetables.

Step 9

Bring the mixture to a simmer, then cover the dish with a lid or aluminum foil.

Step 10

Transfer the casserole to the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes until the sausages are cooked through and the flavors have melded.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and discard the bay leaf.

Step 12

Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the casserole before serving for a burst of freshness.

Step 13

Serve hot and enjoy your hearty sausage casserole!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2450.1 grams (2450.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2953

Total Fat 221.40g	284%
Saturated Fat 71.90g	360%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.10g
Cholesterol 503mg	168%
Sodium 9558mg	416%
Total Carbohydrate 108.80g	40%
Dietary Fiber 32.00g	114%
Total Sugars 47.60g
Protein 124.90g	250%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 686mg	53%
Iron 20mg	109%
Potassium 5062mg	108%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 68.1%

Protein: 17.1%

Carbs: 14.9%