Hearty Sausage and Bean Bake
This Hearty Sausage and Bean Bake is a deliciously comforting dish that combines the rich flavors of your favorite sausages with a vibrant mixture of beans and tomatoes. It's an easy one-dish meal that is perfect for families, satisfying even the pickiest of eaters (though we know some won't touch the veggies!). Baked to golden perfection with a crunchy breadcrumb topping mixed with sunflower seeds and chips, it provides both texture and flavor that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Serve it alongside crusty bread or a simple salad for a complete meal, and enjoy the delightful aroma wafting through your kitchen as it bakes.
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Servings
400
Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
sausages
400 g (grilled and browned)
mixed beans
400 g (canned or cooked)
chopped tomatoes or chicken soup
400 g (if using tomatoes, canned or diced; if using soup, ready-made)
breadcrumbs
75 g (store-bought or homemade)
sunflower seeds
50 g (unsalted, optional to toast)
crisps or potato chips
30 g (crushed)
salt and pepper
to taste (for seasoning)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
2
Grill the sausages in a pan or under a broiler until they are brown all over, then transfer them to an oven-proof dish.
3
In a saucepan, heat the mixed beans and either the chopped tomatoes or chicken soup until warmed through. Pour this mixture evenly over the sausages in the dish.
4
In a mixing bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, crushed crisps or potato chips, sunflower seeds, and season generously with salt and pepper.
5
Spread the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the sausage and bean mix in the baking dish.
6
Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes or until the top is golden and crispy.
7
Once done, remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Pair with some nice crusty bread or a selection of vegetables—if your kids will eat them!
Nutrition Information
22.5 g
Fat
35 g
Carbs
20 g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main protein in the Hearty Sausage and Bean Bake?
The main protein in this dish is 400g of sausages, which should be grilled and browned before baking.
How long does it take to bake this dish?
The dish should be baked in a preheated oven for approximately 30 minutes until the top is golden and crispy.
What oven temperature is required for this recipe?
The oven should be preheated to 180°C (350°F).
What type of beans are used in this bake?
This recipe calls for 400g of mixed beans, which can be either canned or cooked.
Can I use something other than chopped tomatoes?
Yes, you can substitute the chopped tomatoes with 400g of chicken soup for a different flavor profile.
What ingredients make up the crunchy topping?
The crunchy topping consists of breadcrumbs, crushed crisps or potato chips, and sunflower seeds.
How many calories are in a serving of this sausage bake?
Each serving contains approximately 400 calories.
Is this recipe suitable for families?
Yes, it is described as a perfect one-dish meal for families that is satisfying even for picky eaters.
What should I serve with the Hearty Sausage and Bean Bake?
It is recommended to serve this dish alongside crusty bread, a simple salad, or a selection of vegetables.
Do I need to cook the sausages before putting them in the oven?
Yes, you should grill the sausages in a pan or under a broiler until they are brown all over before transferring them to the oven-proof dish.
How much protein is in this meal?
This dish provides 20g of protein per serving.
What is the fat content of this recipe?
The dish contains 22.5g of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in this bake?
There are 35g of carbohydrates per serving.
Are the sunflower seeds required?
The sunflower seeds add texture to the topping; you can use them as is or toast them optionally.
Can I use homemade breadcrumbs?
Yes, you can use either store-bought or homemade breadcrumbs for the topping.
How should the potato chips be prepared for the topping?
The potato chips or crisps should be crushed before being mixed with the breadcrumbs and seeds.
Is this a one-pot meal?
Yes, it is classified as a one-pot or one-dish baked meal, making cleanup easier.
How many ingredients are needed in total?
There are 7 main ingredients: sausages, mixed beans, chopped tomatoes or soup, breadcrumbs, sunflower seeds, crisps, and seasoning.
What type of tomatoes should I use?
You can use canned chopped tomatoes or diced fresh tomatoes.
Should I let the dish cool before serving?
Yes, it is recommended to let the dish cool slightly after removing it from the oven before serving.
Is this recipe considered comfort food?
Yes, it is tagged as comfort food and described as a deliciously comforting dish.
How do I prepare the bean and tomato mixture?
Heat the mixed beans and tomatoes (or soup) in a saucepan until warmed through before pouring over the sausages.
What seasoning is suggested?
The recipe suggests seasoning the breadcrumb mixture generously with salt and pepper.
What is the weight of the sausages needed?
You will need 400g of sausages for this recipe.
What is the weight of the mixed beans needed?
The recipe requires 400g of mixed beans.
How much breadcrumbs are used?
75g of breadcrumbs are used to create the golden topping.
Can I use different types of seeds?
The recipe specifically calls for 50g of sunflower seeds for the best texture and flavor.
Is there any sugar in this recipe?
The nutritional data for sugar is not specified (null) for this recipe.
Is there fiber in this dish?
Fiber information is not provided in the nutritional data for this specific recipe.
What is the main texture of the topping?
The topping is designed to be crunchy and golden once baked.