Recipe: Sausage Bean Casserole
๐ Total Time: 30 minutes
๐ฅ Yield: 6 cups
Description:
This Sausage Bean Casserole recipe is a hearty and flavorful dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Loaded with savory pork sausage, tender beans, and a medley of vegetables, it’s a satisfying one-dish meal that will please the whole family. Plus, it’s quick and easy to make, so you can have dinner on the table in no time!
Ingredients:
- 1 pound pork sausage
- 1 onion, diced
- 1/2 bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 2 cups tomato sauce
- 1/3 cup water
- Beans (quantity as per package directions)
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 379.9
- Fat Content: 30.4g
- Saturated Fat Content: 10.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 81.7mg
- Sodium Content: 834.4mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 7.9g
- Fiber Content: 2g
- Sugar Content: 4.5g
- Protein Content: 18.5g
Instructions:
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Prepare Beans: Follow the package directions to prepare the beans. You can use your favorite type of beans for this recipe, such as kidney beans, black beans, or pinto beans.
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Cook Sausage: In a large skillet, cook the pork sausage over medium heat until browned and cooked through. Use a spatula to break up the sausage into smaller pieces as it cooks.
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Add Vegetables: Once the sausage is cooked, add the diced onion, bell pepper, and diced tomatoes to the skillet. Stir well to combine with the sausage.
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Add Sauce: Pour in the tomato sauce and water, stirring to incorporate all the ingredients. Allow the mixture to come to a simmer.
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Cook Until Tender: Let the vegetables cook in the sauce until they are tender, which should take about 5-7 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
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Combine with Beans: Once the vegetables are tender, add the cooked beans to the skillet. Stir gently to combine everything together.
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Simmer: Allow the casserole to simmer for a few more minutes until everything is heated through and bubbly hot. This will help meld the flavors together.
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Serve: Once the casserole is ready, remove it from the heat and serve hot. You can garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro if desired.
Recipe Notes:
- Feel free to customize this recipe with your favorite vegetables or add-ins. Mushrooms, zucchini, or corn would be great additions.
- If you prefer a spicier dish, you can use hot sausage or add some crushed red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Simply reheat in the microwave or on the stove until heated through.
