Saucy Sausage Casserole

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!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 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)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

Step 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.

Step 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.

Step 4

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

Step 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.

Step 6

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

Step 7

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

Step 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.

Step 9

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

Step 10

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2343.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2732.3

Total Fat 191.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 60.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 400.0mg	0%
Sodium 9615.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 140.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.3g	0%
Total Sugars 41.8g
Protein 106.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 463.3mg	0%
Iron 19.4mg	0%
Potassium 4853.7mg	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: 63.5%

Protein: 15.8%

Carbs: 20.7%