Sausage Casserole
Sausage Casserole is a hearty, one-pot comfort dish originating from British and Irish home cooking, where sausages are slow-cooked with a rich tomato-based sauce, beans, and vegetables like onions and peppers. It's a rustic, satisfying meal that's perfect for feeding a crowd or enjoying as leftovers.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is typically high in protein and fat from the sausages, with a moderate amount of carbohydrates from the beans and sauce. A standard serving provides a good source of iron and B vitamins, and generally ranges from 400 to 600 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Protein | 18 g |
| Carbs | 25 g |
| Fat | 20 g |
| Fiber | 4 g |
| Sugar | 6 g |
| Sodium | 800 mg |
| Iron | 3 mg |
| Potassium | 450 mg |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Vitamin A | 80 mcg |
| Calcium | 100 mg |
| Phosphorus | 200 mg |
| Zinc | 2.5 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.5 mcg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a prime example of a 'store cupboard' meal, designed to be economical and adaptable with whatever vegetables or beans are on hand. Nutritionally, the combination of protein and fiber from the beans makes it a surprisingly filling and balanced dish despite its simple ingredients.
