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Delicious Sausage Casserole - There is nothing more comforting than digging into a hearty dish of sausage casserole - it's a family winner!!

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Delicious Sausage Casserole

Who doesn't love sausages? okay okay I know there is possibly the odd few out there that don't, but for those that do, what better way to enjoy them, than in a casserole packed with healthy vegetables.

I love to make casseroles or my family. It is a perfect way to get them to eat plenty of vegetables, as trust me, if I put all those vegetables on their own on the plate, chances are my kids won't eat most of them. However, put them in a casserole or stew-like this Sausage Casserole and they will happily scoff the lot - go figure!!!

Bread for casseroles!!

Whenever my mum used to make a stew or casserole, it involved lots of white buttered bread on the table. That was a hard habit to shift let me tell you and probably exactly why buttered bread is a weakness for me.

If you love your bread too, have you seen this yummy Soda Bread which you can enjoy as part of your HEb? It's good clean ingredients and great for mopping up all the sauce of a stew or casserole or with that bowl of soup.

I love to bake one of these when I fancy some bread with this Sausage Casserole.

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Types of Sausages for Casserole

So what type of sausage should you go for? Well low calorie option is definitely the best choice, as it will keep this casserole healthier and lower in calories.

I tend to go for Turkey or Chicken Sausage here in Canada as they are a decent size and do a Mild Italian variety which is flavoured with fennel and that works perfectly in this casserole.

You can use pork too of course, but they do tend to be higher in points or a little dry if not.

Just choose your favourite variety and points accordingly.

Sliced or Whole Sausages in a Casserole?

If you want to use a good quality sausage that is higher in points, a great tip is to slice it up into small pieces rather than adding them into the casserole whole. It makes them go further as you don't need to use as much sausage.

I tend to do this regularly with this casserole if I can't get a low-fat sausage. Just as tasty and the kids love it, as they little bites of sausage are almost like little sausage meatballs.

But when I can get some of my favourite Mild Italian Turkey Sausage, they go in whole for this delicious Sausage Casserole.

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Sides for Sausage Casserole

If bread is a weakness for you with a casserole or stew, a great way to combat the craving for something starchy like that with your casserole is to serve it alongside some crispy Roast Potatoes or this Garlic and Herb Roast Potatoes.

or one of my favourites sides to serve alongside this is this delicious Rustic Garlic and Parmesan Mash there is also this Mashed Potato and Mashed Sweet Potatoif you prefer just regular mashed potatoes.

If you are trying to be healthier and include more vegetables then a great side option is this Sour Cream and Onion Cauliflower Mash

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More Casserole Recipes

Looking for some other casserole dishes to try? check out these:

  • Beef and Vegetable Casserole
  • Chicken and Baked Bean Casserole
  • Sausage and Lentil Casserole
  • Slow Cooked Chicken Casserole
  • Slow Cooker Creamy Tomato and Turkey Casserole
  • Smoked Paprika Chicken Casserole
  • Moroccan Chicken Casserole
  • Tuscan Beef Casserole
  • Mediterranean Chicken Casserole
  • Slow Cooker Irish Beef Stew
  • Beef and Barley Stew
  • Slow Cooked Sweet Onion Braised Beef

or head on over to myFull Recipe Indexwith over 900 delicious Slimming Eats and Weight Watchers recipes all fully searchable by meal type, ingredients etc

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This recipe was originally created on 15 July 2011 and updated on 24 February 2020

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Hearty Sausage Casserole

Yield: SERVES 3

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 50 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes

Delicious Sausage Casserole - There is nothing more comforting than digging into a hearty dish of sausage casserole - it's a family winner!!

Ingredients

  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves of garlic, crushed
  • 200g of butternut squash, cubed
  • 6 low-fat sausages - *see note (I used Mild Italian Turkey Sausages)
  • ½ red pepper, sliced
  • ½ green pepper, sliced
  • 1 small courgette (zucchini), quartered and sliced
  • ½ cup of frozen peas
  • 2 tbs of tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon of mixed herbs
  • 1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar (good quality brand)
  • ½ teaspoon of tabasco sauce (can add more if you like it spicier)
  • 1 cup (240ml) of chicken or vegetable stock - (use slightly less stock for slow cooker method)
  • 1 can of cannellini beans (with juice) - or another white bean of choice
  • cooking oil spray
  • Salt and black pepper to season.
  • Fresh chopped parsley

Instructions

Stove Top:

  1. Spray a large casserole dish with some cooking oil over medium heat.
  2. Brown the sausages lightly on all sides, removed and set aside
  3. Spray with some more cooking oil spray, add the onion and fry for a couple of minutes to soften.
  4. Add in the balsamic vinegar and a little of the stock and deglaze the pan scraping off any bits stuck to the bottom of the pan.
  5. Add in the butternut squash, peppers and garlic, plus the mixed herbs, tomato paste, tabasco sauce, stock and can of cannellini beans (including juice)
  6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Place in the sausages, cover and simmer for 40 minutes.
  7. Add the peas and courgette for the last 5 mins of cooking time.
  8. Taste and season with salt and black pepper.
  9. Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley. Serve with your choice of sides.
  10. Enjoy

Slow Cooker:

  1. Brown sausages and onion as per steps 1-4 above.
  2. Add to a slow cooker with all other ingredients, apart from peas and zucchini
  3. Cook on low for 6 hours.
  4. Add the zucchini and peas in for the last hour of cooking time.
  5. Taste and season with salt and black pepper.
  6. Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley. Serve with your choice of sides.
  7. Enjoy

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Nutrition Information

Yield 4Serving Size 1 serving
Amount Per ServingCalories 396Total Fat 8.6gSaturated Fat 2.8gCholesterol 100mgSodium 1231mgCarbohydrates 41.2gFiber 11.1gSugar 8.2gProtein 43.6g

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FAQs

Do you have to brown sausages? ›

Do you really have to brown the sausages at the start? It helps with colour, flavour and texture. You could skip it but it's worth doing for nicer results.

Can you reheat sausage casserole? ›

You can also reheat sausages that are in a sauce (for example a sausage casserole) in the microwave, on the hob or in a slow cooker. Simply add a little water before heating to stop it drying out. If keeping a sausage dish to reheat, you must store it in the fridge or freezer within 2 hours and consume within 3 days.

Where can I buy Slimming World sausages? ›

Slimming World 6 Italian-Style Sausages 360g | Slimming World | Iceland Foods.

Can you eat sausages on slimming world? ›

Whether you like a comforting casserole or a classic toad-in-the-hole, nothing beats a banger when you need a quick, filling dinner the whole family can enjoy. At Slimming World, we believe that everyone should be able to enjoy a satisfying sausage supper, without worrying about their weight loss.

Is it better to cook sausages in the oven or pan? ›

If you're looking for an easy, healthier way to cook sausages, baking them in a large baking dish is the way to go.

How long do sausages take to cook in oven? ›

Sausages can also be baked in the oven (a good method to use if you're cooking something else in the oven). Preheat the oven to 190°C, gas mark 5. Place the sausages on a baking tray and cook for 20-25 minutes, until thoroughly cooked, turning halfway through the cooking time.

What is the key to making a good casserole? ›

  1. Choose the right baking dish. If you're all about the crunchy topping, use a shallow dish. ...
  2. Undercook your pasta. ...
  3. Drain your meat. ...
  4. Beware of mushy vegetables. ...
  5. Know your cheeses. ...
  6. Master the art of casserole assembly. ...
  7. Don't skip the topping. ...
  8. Make it now, but bake it later.
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Can I eat cooked sausage after 7 days? ›

All sausages- except dry sausage - are perishable and therefore must be kept refrigerated or frozen. Uncooked fresh sausage can be stored in the refrigerator one to two days; after cooking, keep for three to four days refrigerated (40 °F or less).

How long should a casserole be in the oven for? ›

The time a casserole takes to cook will vary from 2-2½ hours for chuck, blade and thick flank, up to 4 hours for shin, leg and neck. Pork cuts for braising and casseroling normally take 1½ hours, and lamb much the same.

What are skinny sausages called? ›

A chipolata (/ˌtʃɪpəˈlɑːtə/) is a type of fresh sausage, likely created in France. Sausages by that name appear in the 1903 edition of Escoffier's Le guide culinaire. Chipolatas are often prepared as a relatively thin and short sausage. Chipolata-type sausages.

What brand of sausage does Aldi carry? ›

When it comes to the sausage selection, however, Aldi shoppers have a fair amount of options including bratwurst, kielbasa, franks, and the list goes on. As far as Italian sausage is concerned, the discount store's offerings are sold under three different brands: Hatfield, Never Any, and the Aldi label.

What are skinny sausages? ›

Skinni Pork Sausages (4x 55g)

The only difference is that these Skinni links use the leanest cuts of pork to produce a low-fat high flavour sausage. Our Skinni pork links are high in protein, low in carbs and most importantly low in fat and gluten-free.

How many eggs can you eat on Slimming World? ›

As for eggs, there's no limit to the amount we're advised to eat, and because they're a Slimming World Free Food, we can crack on and enjoy as many as we like!

What is not allowed on Slimming World? ›

Another fantastic thing about Food Optimising is that no food is banned. The key is moderation, which is why alcohol and foods that are high in fat or sugar have a Syn value. Slimming World members are encouraged to plan 5-15 Syns a day to keep their weight loss on track, without feeling like they're missing out.

Are bananas free on Slimming World? ›

banana, at 0 syns, now it means 0 syns = 90 calories. 90 calories, and when you're eating a mashed banana, 5 syns = 90 calories.

Should sausages be brown when cooked? ›

Keep cooking for 15-20 mins, moving them around in the pan and turning them over regularly so they all cook evenly. The sausages are ready when the outside is a deep golden brown and the inside is pale, with no pink meat. Any meat juices running off should be clear.

How do you cook sausages without browning them? ›

I started out by heating a 12-inch nonstick pan over medium high heat then added the sausage and cooked for five minutes. I found that the heat was a little too high and the sausage was burning quickly, so I turned it down to medium and added in a couple tablespoons of vegetable oil to prevent scorching.

Do you have to cook sausages before eating? ›

To prevent foodborne illness, uncooked sausages that contain ground beef, pork, lamb or veal should be cooked to 160°F. Uncooked sausages that contain ground turkey and chicken should be cooked to 165°F. Ready-to-eat sausages are dry, semi-dry and/or cooked. Dry sausages may be smoked, unsmoked or cooked.

Is it necessary to fry sausages? ›

In summary, it is important to cook raw — or even pre-cooked — sausages completely before you eat them. This can be done in many ways. The healthiest way to cook them is by boiling or baking. Also, make sure you don't eat overly charred or burnt sausages, which can have high amounts of harmful compounds.

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