Simple Sausage Casserole

Warm, hearty, and brimming with flavor, this Simple Sausage Casserole is the ultimate comfort food for busy weeknights or cozy weekends. Featuring juicy, browned sausages nestled in a rich tomato and vegetable sauce, this one-pot wonder is delightfully easy to prepare. With a base of sautéed onions, garlic, carrots, and celery complemented by the earthy flavors of thyme, Worcestershire sauce, and a bay leaf, each bite is perfectly seasoned and satisfying. Optional potatoes add extra substance, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley elevates the dish with a pop of color and freshness. Ready in just over an hour, this versatile casserole is perfect for feeding the whole family. Serve with warm crusty bread or a light green salad for a complete and comforting meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 pieces sausages
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion
• 2 pieces garlic cloves
• 2 medium carrots
• 2 sticks celery sticks
• 400 grams canned chopped tomatoes
• 250 milliliters chicken stock
• 1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 piece bay leaf
• 2 medium potatoes (optional)
• 0 to taste salt
• 0 to taste black pepper
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large, heavy-based casserole dish over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the sausages and brown them all over. Remove the sausages and set them aside.

Step 3

Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the casserole dish.

Step 4

Chop the onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Add them to the casserole dish and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.

Step 5

Peel and dice the potatoes (if using), then stir them into the vegetables.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Add the worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Stir again.

Step 8

Return the browned sausages to the casserole dish, nestling them into the tomato sauce and vegetable mixture.

Step 9

Bring the dish to a gentle simmer, then cover with a lid and cook on low heat for 40 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 10

Remove the lid for the last 10 minutes of cooking to allow the sauce to thicken slightly.

Step 11

Discard the bay leaf, taste, and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.

Step 12

Sprinkle fresh parsley over the top for garnish (optional) and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2032.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2262.8

Total Fat 152.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 46.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 315.0mg	0%
Sodium 7664.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 140.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.3g	0%
Total Sugars 37.4g
Protein 79.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 349.5mg	0%
Iron 14.8mg	0%
Potassium 4547.3mg	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: 60.9%

Protein: 14.2%

Carbs: 24.9%