Saucy Sausage Casserole

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Dive into the comforting, hearty flavors of this Saucy Sausage Casserole, a one-pot wonder brimming with smoky richness and vibrant veggies. Perfect for cozy family dinners, this dish features golden-browned sausages simmered in a luscious tomato-based sauce infused with smoked paprika, thyme, and oregano. A medley of carrots, celery, red bell pepper, and protein-packed cannellini beans adds wholesome nourishment, while a quick oven bake melds the flavors beautifully. This casserole is not only easy to prepare with just 15 minutes of prep time, but it’s also versatile—serve it with crusty bread, creamy mashed potatoes, or fluffy rice for a satisfying meal. Garnished with fresh parsley, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that will have everyone coming back for seconds!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 50 min
• Total Time: 1 hr 5 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

17 items

• 8 pieces sausages
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion
• 3 pieces garlic cloves
• 2 medium carrots
• 2 pieces celery stalks
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 400 grams canned chopped tomatoes
• 250 milliliters chicken or vegetable stock
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 400 grams cannellini beans
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

📝 Instructions

10 steps

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large, oven-safe pan or casserole dish over medium heat. Add the sausages and cook, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides but not fully cooked through. Remove the sausages and set aside.

3. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the pan. Sauté the chopped onion, minced garlic, diced carrots, and sliced celery for 5-7 minutes, or until softened.

4. Add the diced red bell pepper to the pan and cook for another 3 minutes.

5. Stir in the canned chopped tomatoes, chicken or vegetable stock, tomato paste, smoked paprika, dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.

6. Return the sausages to the pan and nestle them into the sauce. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

7. Rinse and drain the canned cannellini beans, then stir them into the casserole.

8. Cover the pan with a lid or foil and transfer it to the preheated oven. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the sausages are fully cooked and the flavors have melded together.

9. Remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes. Sprinkle with fresh parsley, if using, before serving.

10. Serve hot with crusty bread, mashed potatoes, or rice on the side for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (583.5g)

Calories		720
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		51.3 g	66%
	Saturated Fat	16.9 g	85%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		100 mg	33%
Sodium		2309 mg	100%
Total Carbohydrate		35.6 g	13%
	Dietary Fiber	7.6 g	27%
	Total Sugars	11.7 g
Protein		26.8 g	54%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		146 mg	11%
Iron		4.7 mg	26%
Potassium		1177 mg	25%

*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: 1852 cal (65.0%%)

Protein: 427 cal (15.0%%)

Carbs: 571 cal (20.0%%)