Italian Sausage & Cornbread Casserole Delight
Discover a comforting and delicious twist on a classic casserole with this Italian Sausage & Cornbread Casserole Delight. Featuring juicy Italian sausage, sweet caramelized onions, and hearty cornbread, this dish comes together effortlessly with Ragu® Pasta Sauce, which enhances the rich flavors of the sausage and adds a zesty tomato base. Perfect for a family dinner or a potluck, this flavor-packed bake is topped with melty cheddar cheese, tangy sour cream, and a crispy breadcrumb finish. Enjoy a bite of Italy in every forkful!
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Servings
465
Calories
15
Ingredients
Ingredients
Italian sausage
1/2 lb (cooked and drained)
small onion
1 (thinly sliced)
sugar
1 tsp (to sprinkle on onions)
minced garlic
1 tsp (for sautéing)
olive oil
1 tbsp (for sautéing onions)
Ragú® Pasta Sauce
3/4 cup (divided)
cheddar cheese
1/2 cup (shredded)
corn muffin mix
1 package (8.5 oz) (for the base)
egg
1 (beaten)
cilantro
1/2 tbsp (chopped)
milk
1/3 cup (for mixing)
sour cream
1/3 cup (for creaminess)
salt
1/2 tsp (for seasoning)
parmesan cheese
1 tbsp (grated for topping)
Italian style breadcrumbs
1 tbsp (for topping)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2
In a skillet, cook the Italian sausage over medium heat until browned. Drain on paper towels to remove excess grease, then wipe the skillet clean.
3
Return the pan to the heat and add the olive oil and sliced onions. Sprinkle the sugar over the onions and stir in the minced garlic. Sauté until the onions are soft and caramelized, about 8-10 minutes.
4
In a mixing bowl, blend together the cornbread mix, milk, sour cream, salt, beaten egg, and chopped cilantro until just combined.
5
Spray an 8-inch pie pan generously with cooking spray. Evenly distribute the caramelized onions and cooked sausage on the bottom of the pan.
6
Sprinkle the cheddar cheese evenly over the sausage and onions, followed by 1/2 cup of the Ragu® Pasta Sauce.
7
Carefully pour the cornbread mixture on top, spreading it evenly across the surface.
8
Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, until the cornbread is set and lightly golden.
9
Once baked, let the casserole rest for 5 minutes. To invert, place a serving plate on top and carefully flip the pan to release the casserole onto the plate, then sliding it onto a greased baking sheet with the cornbread now on the bottom.
10
Spread the remaining 1/4 cup of Ragu® sauce over the sausage and onions, allowing it to seep into the layers.
11
Finally, sprinkle the Italian-style breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese on top.
12
Bake for an additional 5 minutes, until the breadcrumbs are crispy and golden brown.
13
Let cool slightly before serving, and dig in!
Nutrition Information
25g
Fat
32g
Carbs
21g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Italian Sausage & Cornbread Casserole Delight?
It is a comforting casserole dish that features Italian sausage, caramelized onions, and cornbread, layered with Ragu ae Pasta Sauce and topped with melted cheddar and breadcrumbs.
What are the main ingredients for this casserole?
The main ingredients include Italian sausage, a small onion, sugar, minced garlic, olive oil, Ragu ae Pasta Sauce, cheddar cheese, corn muffin mix, an egg, cilantro, milk, sour cream, salt, Parmesan cheese, and Italian-style breadcrumbs.
How much Italian sausage is required?
The recipe calls for 1/2 lb of Italian sausage, which should be cooked and drained.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
Preheat your oven to 375 b0F (190 b0C) before starting the assembly.
How do you prepare the onions for this recipe?
Thinly slice one small onion and saut e9 it in olive oil with sugar and minced garlic for 8-10 minutes until soft and caramelized.
What ingredients are mixed with the corn muffin mix?
The cornbread mixture consists of corn muffin mix, milk, sour cream, salt, one beaten egg, and chopped cilantro.
What size pan is used for baking?
The recipe suggests using an 8-inch pie pan generously coated with cooking spray.
How is the casserole layered initially?
Distribute caramelized onions and sausage on the bottom, sprinkle with cheddar cheese, add 1/2 cup of pasta sauce, and pour the cornbread mixture over the top.
How long is the initial baking time?
Bake the casserole for 25 minutes until the cornbread is set and lightly golden.
What should you do after the first bake?
Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes, then invert it onto a serving plate and slide it onto a greased baking sheet so the cornbread is on the bottom.
What is added after the casserole is inverted?
Spread the remaining 1/4 cup of Ragu ae sauce over the sausage and onions, then sprinkle with Italian-style breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese.
How long is the final bake?
Bake for an additional 5 minutes until the breadcrumb topping is crispy and golden brown.
How many calories are in one serving?
There are 465 calories per serving.
What is the protein content of this dish?
This dish contains 21g of protein per serving.
How much fat is in the Italian Sausage & Cornbread Casserole?
Each serving contains 25g of fat.
What is the carbohydrate count?
There are 32g of carbohydrates per serving.
How much Ragu ae Pasta Sauce is used in total?
A total of 3/4 cup of pasta sauce is used, divided into 1/2 cup for the base and 1/4 cup for the topping.
What type of cheese is used inside the casserole?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
Is there cilantro in the recipe?
Yes, 1/2 tbsp of chopped cilantro is blended into the cornbread mixture.
Why is sugar used in the onion preparation?
A teaspoon of sugar is sprinkled over the onions to help them caramelize and add sweetness.
What type of breadcrumbs should I use?
The recipe specifies Italian-style breadcrumbs for the topping.
What provides the creaminess in the cornbread?
The addition of 1/3 cup of sour cream helps make the cornbread layer creamy.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 15 ingredients in total.
Is this recipe suitable for a potluck?
Yes, it is described as a flavor-packed bake that is perfect for a family dinner or a potluck.
Can I use any brand of pasta sauce?
While you can use any brand, the recipe specifically recommends Ragu ae Pasta Sauce to enhance the flavors.
What is the final topping texture?
The final topping of breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese is crispy and golden brown.
How do you prevent the casserole from sticking to the pan?
You should spray the pie pan generously with cooking spray before adding the ingredients.
What happens to the cornbread during the inversion process?
When inverted, the cornbread layer moves from being the top layer to the bottom base of the dish.
How much garlic is used?
The recipe calls for 1 tsp of minced garlic for saut e9ing.
Is there salt added to the mix?
Yes, 1/2 tsp of salt is added to the cornbread mixture for seasoning.