Hairy Bikers Vegetarian Sausage Casserole is made with olive oil, red onion, garlic, red pepper, smoked paprika, dried thyme, bay leaves, butter beans, chopped tomatoes, vegetable stock, and vegetarian sausages. This easy Vegetarian Sausage Casserole recipe creates a comforting dinner that takes about 35 minutes to prepare and can serve up to 4 people.
Hairy Bikers Vegetarian Sausage Casserole Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large red onion, thinly sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 1 red pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 heaped tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- 400g tin butter beans, drained and rinsed
- 400g tin chopped tomatoes
- 700ml/1¼ pints vegetable stock (from a stock cube is fine)
- 6 frozen vegetarian sausages
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- Fresh parsley sprigs, to garnish
- Mashed potato, to serve
How To Make Hairy Bikers Vegetarian Sausage Casserole
- Preheat the oven: If using the oven, preheat to 190C/170C Fan/Gas 5. Heat the oil in a flameproof casserole dish and fry the onion for about 5 minutes, or until softened. Add the garlic and fry for an additional 1 minute.
- Add vegetables and spices: Stir in the red pepper, smoked paprika, thyme, and bay leaves, then add the butter beans, tomatoes, stock, and a generous pinch of salt and stir through.
- Cook the sausages: Add the frozen sausages, ensuring they are evenly distributed in the dish, put the lid on, then pop in the oven – or simmer gently on the hob – for 18–20 minutes.
- Final touches: Season generously with black pepper, garnish with parsley, and serve with creamy mashed potato.
Recipe Tips
- Good Stock: Use the best vegetable stock you can find. Homemade is best, but a good stock cube is also fine.
- Quality Sausages: Pick good vegetarian sausages. Some brands taste better and have a better texture.
- Don’t Overcook Sausages: Watch the cooking time for the sausages. If they cook too long, they can get dry.
- Fresh Parsley: Use fresh parsley to garnish. It adds a nice, fresh taste.
- Serve Hot: Serve the casserole hot, right from the oven or hob. This way, it tastes the best.
What To Serve With This Casserole
Vegetarian Sausage Casserole goes well with crusty bread, green beans, a green salad, or roasted vegetables. You can also serve it with mashed potatoes, rice, couscous, or a baked potato for a filling meal.
How To Store Vegetarian Sausage Casserole
- Refrigerate: Store the casserole in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freeze: Freeze the casserole in a suitable container for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
How To Reheat Leftovers
- In The Oven: Preheat the oven to 180C/160C Fan/Gas 4. Place the casserole in an oven-safe dish, cover with foil, and heat for about 20-25 minutes.
- In The Microwave: Place a portion of the casserole in a microwave-safe dish, cover, and heat on high for 2-3 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- On the Hob: Heat the casserole in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until heated through, about 10-15 minutes.
Vegetarian Sausage Casserole Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 370 kcal
- Total Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 950mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 42g
- Dietary Fiber: 11g
- Sugars: 11g
- Protein: 18g
Try More Hairy Bikers Recipes:
- Hairy Bikers Chicken Casserole
- Hairy Bikers Slow Cooker Sausage Casserole
- Hairy Bikers Pork Casserole
- Mary Berry Game Casserole
Hairy Bikers Vegetarian Sausage Casserole
Description
Hairy Bikers Vegetarian Sausage Casserole is made with olive oil, red onion, garlic, red pepper, smoked paprika, dried thyme, bay leaves, butter beans, chopped tomatoes, vegetable stock, and vegetarian sausages. This easy Vegetarian Sausage Casserole recipe creates a comforting dinner that takes about 35 minutes to prepare and can serve up to 4 people.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: If using the oven, preheat to 190C/170C Fan/Gas 5. Heat the oil in a flameproof casserole dish and fry the onion for about 5 minutes, or until softened. Add the garlic and fry for an additional 1 minute.
- Add vegetables and spices: Stir in the red pepper, smoked paprika, thyme, and bay leaves, then add the butter beans, tomatoes, stock, and a generous pinch of salt and stir through.
- Cook the sausages: Add the frozen sausages, ensuring they are evenly distributed in the dish, put the lid on, then pop in the oven – or simmer gently on the hob – for 18–20 minutes.
- Final touches: Season generously with black pepper, garnish with parsley, and serve with creamy mashed potato.
Notes
- Good Stock: Use the best vegetable stock you can find. Homemade is best, but a good stock cube is also fine.
- Quality Sausages: Pick good vegetarian sausages. Some brands taste better and have a better texture.
- Don’t Overcook Sausages: Watch the cooking time for the sausages. If they cook too long, they can get dry.
- Fresh Parsley: Use fresh parsley to garnish. It adds a nice, fresh taste.
- Serve Hot: Serve the casserole hot, right from the oven or hob. This way, it tastes the best.