Description
Cumberland Sausage Casserole is a delightful and hearty dish that combines the rich flavors of beef sausages with a medley of vegetables, all topped with crispy potatoes. This comforting casserole is perfect for family dinners or gatherings, providing warmth and satisfaction in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6–8 beef sausages
- 2 onions (sliced)
- 2 carrots (peeled and sliced)
- 2 celery stalks (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 400 g (14 oz) tin of chopped tomatoes
- 250 ml (1 cup) beef or vegetable broth
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 800 g (about 1.75 lbs) potatoes, thinly sliced
- Olive oil for drizzling
- Fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
- In a large ovenproof skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and brown the sausages for about 5-7 minutes before removing them.
- Sauté the onions, carrots, celery, and garlic in the same skillet until softened.
- Stir in chopped tomatoes, broth, tomato paste, thyme, salt, and pepper; bring to a simmer.
- Return sausages to the skillet and layer thinly sliced potatoes on top.
- Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Cover and bake for 45 minutes; remove cover and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until potatoes are golden brown.
- Let sit briefly before serving; garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg