English Sausage Casserole

Ingredients

In this adaptation of the Italian Salsiccia di Brugnato, we have transformed the dish to suit the English cuisine. While the original recipe focuses on Italian flavors and ingredients, our English Sausage Casserole incorporates traditional English sausages, aromatic herbs commonly used in English cooking, and a tomato-based sauce that is popular in English cuisine. The dish has been adjusted to cater to the taste preferences and culinary traditions of English cuisine. We alse have the original recipe for Salsiccia di Brugnato, so you can check it out.

• 8 English sausages (500g / 1.1lb) 8 English sausages (500g / 1.1lb)
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (30ml) 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (30ml)
• 1 onion, diced 1 onion, diced
• 2 carrots, sliced 2 carrots, sliced
• 2 potatoes, peeled and cubed 2 potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 can diced tomatoes (400g / 14oz) 1 can diced tomatoes (400g / 14oz)
• 1 cup vegetable broth (240ml) 1 cup vegetable broth (240ml)
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste (30g) 2 tablespoons tomato paste (30g)
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• Salt and pepper, to taste Salt and pepper, to taste

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 450 kcal / 1880 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 30g, 10g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 20g, 6g
• Protein: 25g
• Fiber: 4g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. 2.
   In a large oven-safe skillet or casserole dish, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
3. 3.
   Add the sausages and cook until browned on all sides. Remove the sausages from the skillet and set aside.
4. 4.
   In the same skillet, add the diced onion, sliced carrots, and cubed potatoes. Sauté until the vegetables are slightly softened.
5. 5.
   Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
6. 6.
   Stir in the diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, tomato paste, dried thyme, and dried rosemary. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. 7.
   Return the sausages to the skillet, nestling them into the vegetable mixture.
8. 8.
   Cover the skillet or casserole dish with a lid or aluminum foil and transfer to the preheated oven.
9. 9.
   Bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the sausages are cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
10. 10.
    Serve the Sausage Casserole hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• English sausages — Choose high-quality sausages with a good meat-to-fat ratio for the best flavor and texture in the casserole.

Tips & Tricks

• For extra flavor, you can brown the sausages in a separate pan before adding them to the casserole.
• Feel free to add other vegetables such as bell peppers or mushrooms to customize the dish to your liking.
• Serve the Sausage Casserole with crusty bread or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.

Serving advice

This Sausage Casserole is best served hot, straight from the oven. Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or thyme for an added touch of freshness.

Presentation advice

Present the Sausage Casserole in the skillet or casserole dish it was cooked in, allowing the vibrant colors of the sausages and vegetables to shine through. Serve it family-style, allowing everyone to help themselves to a generous portion.