Description
This hearty and flavorful Crockpot Sausage Casserole is a comforting dish perfect for busy weeknights. Loaded with sausage, vegetables, and beans, it’s a satisfying meal that cooks low and slow in the crockpot, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large onion (chopped)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 6 pork sausages (browned and sliced)
- 2 carrots (peeled and sliced)
- 2 celery stalks (sliced)
- 1 red bell pepper (chopped)
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans (drained and rinsed)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat the olive oil in a skillet. Saute the onion until softened, then add garlic.
- Step 2: Brown the sausages in the skillet, then slice and transfer to the crockpot.
- Step 3: Add carrots, celery, bell pepper, tomatoes, tomato paste, spices, and broth to the crockpot. Cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours.
- Step 4: Stir in beans, season with salt and pepper. Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute pork sausages with chicken or plant-based alternatives.
- Add hot sauce for a spicy kick.
- Serve with crusty bread or mashed potatoes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
