Description
Hearty sausage and apple casserole delivers comfort straight from rustic kitchens, blending savory meat with sweet orchard fruit. Warm spices and rich textures create a satisfying meal you’ll crave on chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 8 large sausages
- 100 grams (3.5 ounces) streaky bacon, chopped
Produce:
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 medium bell pepper
- 250 grams (8.8 ounces) cooking apples, peeled and sliced
- 12 cloves garlic or 2 teaspoons garlic puree
Liquid and Seasoning:
- 2 teaspoons oil
- 1 tablespoon plain flour
- 120 milliliters (4 fluid ounces) stock
- 400 grams (14 ounces) canned chopped tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon tomato puree
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, sear sausages, bacon, and onions until golden brown and caramelized, releasing their rich flavors.
- Incorporate minced garlic, cracked black pepper, and diced apples, sautéing for approximately 3-4 minutes to develop a harmonious blend of savory and sweet notes.
- Transfer the aromatic meat and vegetable mixture to a separate plate, leaving behind the flavorful pan drippings.
- Sprinkle flour into the hot skillet, whisking continuously to create a smooth roux that will thicken the sauce and enhance the overall depth of flavor.
- Gradually pour in liquid ingredients and complementary sauces, stirring constantly to prevent lumps and ensure a silky, consistent texture.
- Reintroduce the sausage, bacon, onion, and apple mixture back into the skillet, allowing the ingredients to meld together over gentle heat.
- Reduce temperature and let the casserole simmer for 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to intensify and the sauce to reduce slightly.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or additional herbs to suit your preference.
- Serve piping hot alongside creamy mashed potatoes or a crusty artisan bread to soak up the delectable sauce.
Notes
- Swap traditional pork sausages with chicken or turkey sausages for a leaner protein option that reduces overall fat content.
- Select tart apples like Granny Smith for a bright, acidic balance against the rich, savory meat flavors.
- Create a gluten-free version by using cornstarch instead of wheat flour and checking that sausages are gluten-free certified.
- Add depth by incorporating fresh thyme or rosemary during the cooking process to enhance the aromatic profile of the casserole.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 59-64 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 370 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 1200 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg