Hearty Sausage and Potato Bean Bake
This Hearty Sausage and Potato Bean Bake is the ultimate in comfort food, offering a rich and satisfying meal that warms the soul. With tender pieces of high-quality sausage mingling with creamy baked beans and perfectly roasted potatoes, this dish is not only delicious but also incredibly easy to prepare. Ideal for cozy evenings, this hotpot provides a delightful balance of flavors and textures, making it a family favorite that everyone will love. The potatoes bake to a lovely crisp on top while maintaining a soft layer underneath, all infused with the savory essence of the sausages and beans. It's a one-dish wonder that is sure to impress!
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Servings
400
Calories
5
Ingredients
Ingredients
potatoes
350 (peeled and halved if large)
sausages
250 (cut into bite-sized pieces)
onion
1 (sliced)
baked beans
400 (canned)
seasoning
to taste (salt, pepper, and optional herbs)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) or gas mark 6.
2
Begin by partially cooking the peeled and halved potatoes in a pot of salted boiling water for about 10 minutes. Drain them and set aside to cool slightly.
3
In a large frying pan, heat some oil over medium heat and add the sausage pieces. Cook for about 5 minutes until they are golden brown. Remove the sausages from the pan and set them aside.
4
In the same pan, add the sliced onions and sauté for approximately 5 minutes until they are soft and translucent.
5
Return the sausage pieces to the pan along with the baked beans. Stir gently to combine and heat through. Season to taste with salt, pepper, and any preferred herbs or spices.
6
Transfer the sausage and bean mixture into a greased casserole dish, smoothing it out evenly across the base.
7
Thinly slice the cooked potatoes and arrange them in an overlapping pattern on top of the sausage and bean mixture.
8
Cover the casserole dish with a lid or foil and bake for 10 minutes. After 10 minutes, remove the lid or foil and continue baking for an additional 10 minutes, allowing the potatoes to crisp up.
9
Once golden and cooked through, remove the hotpot from the oven and let it sit for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition Information
17.5g
Fat
45g
Carbs
20g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Hearty Sausage and Potato Bean Bake?
It is a rich and satisfying comfort food meal featuring sausage, creamy baked beans, and roasted potatoes.
What oven temperature should I use?
Preheat your oven to 200C (400F) or gas mark 6.
How many calories are in this dish?
Each serving contains approximately 400 calories.
What type of beans are used?
The recipe calls for a 400g can of baked beans.
How do I prepare the potatoes?
Peel and halve the potatoes, parboil for 10 minutes, and then thinly slice them.
What is the protein content?
This dish provides 20g of protein per serving.
How much fat is in this bake?
There are 17.5g of fat per serving.
How long should I cook the sausages?
Cook the sausage pieces in a pan for about 5 minutes until golden brown.
How long do I sauté the onions?
Sauté the sliced onions for approximately 5 minutes until they are soft and translucent.
What seasoning is recommended?
Season to taste with salt, pepper, and any preferred herbs or spices.
Why do I need to parboil the potatoes?
Parboiling for 10 minutes ensures the potatoes are partially cooked before they are layered and baked.
How do I arrange the potatoes on top?
Arrange the thinly sliced potatoes in an overlapping pattern on top of the sausage and bean mixture.
Is this recipe suitable for families?
Yes, it is described as a family-friendly hearty meal that is a favorite for everyone.
What are the main tags for this recipe?
Tags include comfort food, stew, baked beans, potato bake, and casserole.
How many ingredients are required?
There are 5 main ingredients: potatoes, sausages, onion, baked beans, and seasoning.
How long does the final baking take?
The dish bakes for a total of 20 minutes: 10 minutes covered and 10 minutes uncovered.
Can I add extra herbs?
Yes, you can add any preferred herbs to the sausage and bean mixture during the heating stage.
What is the total carbohydrate count?
There are 45g of carbohydrates per serving.
Do I need to grease the dish?
Yes, you should transfer the mixture into a greased casserole dish.
What is the texture of the potatoes?
The potatoes bake to a lovely crisp on top while maintaining a soft layer underneath.
Should I let the dish sit after baking?
Yes, remove it from the oven and let it sit for a few minutes before serving.
Can I use different sausage types?
While the recipe suggests high-quality sausages, you can use your preferred variety.
Is this considered a one-dish wonder?
Yes, it is a one-dish wonder that is easy to prepare and sure to impress.
How do I prepare the onions?
The onion should be sliced before being sautéed in the pan.
How do I get crispy potatoes?
Bake the dish uncovered for the final 10 minutes to allow the potatoes to crisp up.
What is the gas mark setting for this recipe?
The oven should be set to gas mark 6.
Is this recipe categorized as a stew?
Yes, it is tagged as a stew in the recipe metadata.
Can I add salt and pepper?
Yes, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste is a standard step in the instructions.
Is there any fiber information available?
No, the fiber content is not specified in the provided nutrition facts.
Is cholesterol information provided?
No, cholesterol information is not available for this recipe.