Sausage and Beans Casserole

Cozy up to a hearty and flavorful **Sausage and Beans Casserole**, the ultimate comfort food for any season. Packed with smoky sausages, tender white beans, and a medley of aromatic vegetables, this one-pot dish is simmered in a rich, tomato-based sauce spiced with smoked paprika and thyme. Perfect for busy weeknights or leisurely gatherings, this casserole is baked to perfection in just under an hour, filling your kitchen with irresistible aromas. Serve it piping hot with crusty bread or creamy mashed potatoes for a satisfying, soul-warming meal. With easy preparation and ingredients that blend beautifully, this casserole is sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 6 links sausages (preferably smoked or Italian style)
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium carrot, peeled and diced
• 1 celery stalk, diced
• 400 grams canned diced tomatoes
• 400 grams canned white beans (e.g., cannellini or great northern beans), drained and rinsed
• 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 bay leaf
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large, oven-safe skillet or casserole dish over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the sausages and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the sausages from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the chopped onion, minced garlic, diced carrot, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are soft and fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the smoked paprika, dried thyme, and tomato paste. Cook for 1-2 minutes to release the flavors.

Step 6

Add the canned diced tomatoes, drained white beans, chicken or vegetable broth, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Stir everything together.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then cover the skillet with a lid or foil.

Step 9

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes, or until the sausages are cooked through and the flavors are well combined.

Step 10

Remove the bay leaf before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.

Step 11

Serve hot with crusty bread, mashed potatoes, or rice on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1945.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2433.8

Total Fat 163.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 49.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.1g
Cholesterol 308.0mg	0%
Sodium 7347.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 122.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 34.9g	0%
Total Sugars 35.1g
Protein 104.0g	0%

Vitamin D 120.0IU	0%
Calcium 587.2mg	0%
Iron 19.9mg	0%
Potassium 4431.5mg	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: 61.8%

Protein: 17.5%

Carbs: 20.7%