Hearty Sausage Bean and Red Wine Casserole

Indulge in the comforting flavors of a Hearty Sausage Bean and Red Wine Casserole, a rustic one-pot wonder that's perfect for cozy dinners. This dish features succulent pork sausages simmered with tender cannellini beans, sweet red bell peppers, and a luscious red wine sauce infused with smoked paprika, garlic, and herbs like thyme and bay leaf. With a touch of tomato paste for depth and a hint of fresh parsley for brightness, every bite is a symphony of bold, earthy flavors. Ready in just an hour, this casserole is the ideal choice for effortless entertaining or weeknight meals, and it pairs beautifully with crusty bread or creamy mashed potatoes. Perfect for fans of easy comfort food, this recipe is a must-try for its simplicity, rich taste, and hearty satisfaction.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 6 whole pork sausages
• 1 large onion
• 3 whole garlic cloves
• 1 large red bell pepper
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 250 milliliters red wine
• 400 grams chopped tomatoes (canned)
• 250 milliliters chicken stock
• 400 grams cannellini beans (canned)
• 1 whole bay leaf
• 4 sprigs fresh thyme
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large, oven-safe casserole or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the sausages and brown them on all sides, about 5-6 minutes. Remove and set aside.

Step 3

Dice the onion, mince the garlic, and chop the red bell pepper into small pieces.

Step 4

In the same pot, add the onions and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the garlic and red bell pepper, cooking for another 2-3 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the 2 tablespoons of tomato paste and the 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika, cooking for 1 minute to combine and release the flavors.

Step 6

Pour in the red wine and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes, reducing slightly.

Step 7

Add the canned chopped tomatoes and chicken stock, stirring to combine.

Step 8

Drain and rinse the cannellini beans, then add them to the casserole along with the bay leaf and thyme sprigs.

Step 9

Season with 1 teaspoon of salt and 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper.

Step 10

Return the sausages to the casserole, nestling them into the sauce.

Step 11

Bring everything to a gentle simmer, then cover and cook on low heat for 30 minutes. Alternatively, bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 30 minutes.

Step 12

After 30 minutes, remove the lid, stir gently, and cook uncovered for another 10-15 minutes to thicken the sauce if needed.

Step 13

Remove the bay leaf and thyme sprigs before serving.

Step 14

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired, and serve the dish warm with crusty bread or mashed potatoes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2185.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2490.1

Total Fat 151.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 50.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 330mg	0%
Sodium 7637.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 133.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.5g	0%
Total Sugars 37.4g
Protein 127.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 492.2mg	0%
Iron 20.8mg	0%
Potassium 4607.8mg	0%

*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: 56.6%

Protein: 21.2%

Carbs: 22.2%