Sausage and Beef Casserole
Warm, hearty, and packed with robust flavors, this Sausage and Beef Casserole is the ultimate comfort food for any night of the week. Featuring a savory medley of Italian sausage and ground beef, sautéed with aromatic vegetables like onion, carrot, and celery, this dish is simmered in a rich tomato-based sauce seasoned with thyme and oregano. Tender chunks of potato form the base of this filling casserole, while a golden layer of melty cheddar cheese on top adds an optional extra indulgence. Perfect for feeding a hungry family, this one-pan wonder is easy to prepare, with just 20 minutes of prep time before the oven does the rest. Garnished with fresh parsley for a burst of color, it’s a crowd-pleasing meal suited for casual dinners or meal prepping for the week!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 links Italian sausage (casings removed)
- 1 lb Ground beef
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 large Onion, diced
- 2 medium Carrot, diced
- 2 stalks Celery, diced
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 14 oz Canned diced tomatoes
- 2 tbsp Tomato paste
- 1 cup Beef broth
- 1 tsp Dried thyme
- 1 tsp Dried oregano
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Ground black pepper
- 2 large Potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for topping)
- 2 tbsp Chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the Italian sausage (casings removed) and ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking up the meat into small pieces with a wooden spoon.
Remove the cooked meat and set aside on a plate. Discard any excess grease from the skillet, but leave about 1 tablespoon for sautéing the vegetables.
In the same skillet, sauté the diced onion, carrot, and celery over medium heat until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Return the cooked sausage and beef to the skillet. Stir in the canned diced tomatoes, tomato paste, beef broth, dried thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
While the sauce simmers, boil the cubed potatoes in a pot of salted water until tender, about 10 minutes. Drain well.
Layer the cooked potatoes evenly in the bottom of a large casserole dish.
Pour the meat and vegetable mixture over the potatoes, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
If desired, sprinkle the top with shredded cheddar cheese.
Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling (if used).
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3376 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 234.3 g | 300% | |
| Saturated Fat | 91.0 g | 455% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 659 mg | 220% | |
| Sodium | 7417 mg | 322% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 163.9 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.4 g | 87% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.6 g | ||
| Protein | 164.5 g | 329% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1234 mg | 95% | |
| Iron | 19.0 mg | 106% | |
| Potassium | 6308 mg | 134% | |
*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.
