Smoked Sausage Casserole

Warm, comforting, and packed with bold flavors, this smoked sausage casserole is the ultimate one-pan dinner for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings. Featuring smoky sausage slices, tender baby potatoes, and a medley of hearty vegetables like carrots, celery, and sweet onions, this dish is simmered in a rich tomato broth enhanced with fragrant herbs and spices like thyme, oregano, and paprika. Baked to perfection in just 45 minutes, the casserole is finished with a sprinkle of melty Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley for a touch of brightness. Easy to prepare and endlessly satisfying, this recipe offers a hearty, oven-baked meal that's perfect for feeding a crowd or enjoying leftovers the next day. Whether you're craving rustic winter comfort food or a stress-free option for meal prep, this smoked sausage casserole checks all the boxes!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams smoked sausage
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion
• 3 units garlic cloves
• 2 medium carrots
• 2 units celery stalks
• 500 grams baby potatoes
• 400 grams can of diced tomatoes
• 250 milliliters chicken stock
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 50 grams Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).

Step 2

Slice the smoked sausage into 1-cm (½-inch) rounds. Set aside.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet or casserole dish over medium heat.

Step 4

Dice the onion and mince the garlic, then add them to the skillet. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until fragrant and soft.

Step 5

Peel and slice the carrots, and chop the celery into small pieces. Add these to the skillet and cook for another 5 minutes.

Step 6

Halve the baby potatoes and add them to the skillet, stirring well to coat everything in the oil.

Step 7

Stir in the can of diced tomatoes, chicken stock, dried thyme, oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly.

Step 8

Add the sliced smoked sausage to the mixture, stirring to combine.

Step 9

Bring the mixture to a low simmer, then cover the skillet (or transfer the mixture to a covered casserole dish if needed).

Step 10

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 35 minutes, stirring once halfway through to ensure even cooking.

Step 11

Once cooked, remove the casserole from the oven and sprinkle Parmesan cheese and freshly chopped parsley over the top.

Step 12

Serve warm, and enjoy your hearty smoked sausage casserole!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2017.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2323.0

Total Fat 150.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 49.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 339.5mg	0%
Sodium 7865.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 152.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.6g	0%
Total Sugars 34.2g
Protein 99.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 837.0mg	0%
Iron 15.4mg	0%
Potassium 4595.7mg	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: 57.4%

Protein: 16.8%

Carbs: 25.8%