Morrie's Sausage Casserole

Warm, hearty, and brimming with rustic flavor, Morrie's Sausage Casserole is the ultimate comfort food. This one-pot wonder combines juicy sausages—pork or chicken—with tender vegetables like carrots, potatoes, and red bell peppers, all simmered in a rich, aromatic tomato-based sauce infused with paprika, oregano, and garlic. Perfect for busy weeknights, the recipe comes together in under an hour and is ideal for feeding the whole family. Serve it with crusty bread or fluffy rice to soak up the mouthwatering flavors and enjoy a meal that's as satisfying as it is easy to prepare. Whether you're craving a cozy dinner or a crowd-pleasing dish, Morrie's Sausage Casserole promises to delight with its simple ingredients and homestyle charm.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 6 links sausages (pork or chicken)
• 1 large onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
• 1 large red bell pepper, diced
• 3 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 400 grams canned diced tomatoes
• 1 cup chicken stock
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• to taste salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 2

Brown the sausages on all sides for 4-5 minutes. Once browned, remove them from the pan and set aside on a plate.

Step 3

In the same pan, add the diced onion and cook for 3 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the sliced carrots, diced red bell pepper, and cubed potatoes. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Sprinkle paprika, dried oregano, and ground black pepper over the vegetables and stir to coat evenly.

Step 6

Pour in the canned diced tomatoes and chicken stock. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Return the sausages to the pan, nestling them among the vegetables and sauce.

Step 8

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then cover the pan with a lid and reduce the heat to low.

Step 9

Simmer for 30-35 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are tender and the sausages are fully cooked through.

Step 10

Taste the sauce and season with salt as needed.

Step 11

Garnish the casserole with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Step 12

Serve hot with crusty bread or steamed rice for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2388.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2727.6

Total Fat 177.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 55.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.1g
Cholesterol 389.3mg	0%
Sodium 5076.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 177.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.9g	0%
Total Sugars 41.8g
Protein 102.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 483.0mg	0%
Iron 17.5mg	0%
Potassium 5726.6mg	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: 58.8%

Protein: 15.1%

Carbs: 26.1%