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Cumberland Sausage Casserole

Cumberland Sausage Casserole

Cumberland Sausage Casserole is a comforting and hearty dish that beautifully encapsulates the essence of British cuisine. This satisfying casserole features flavorful beef sausages simmered with a medley of fresh vegetables, tomatoes, and aromatic herbs. Topped with crispy, thinly sliced potatoes, this one-pan wonder is perfect for family dinners or cozy gatherings. With its rich flavors and delightful textures, this casserole is sure to become a favorite at your dinner table.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately six people 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 6–8 beef sausages
  • 2 onions (sliced)
  • 2 carrots (peeled and sliced)
  • 2 celery stalks (chopped)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 400 g chopped tomatoes
  • 250 ml beef or vegetable broth
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 800 g potatoes (thinly sliced)
  • Olive oil for drizzling
  • Fresh parsley (optional for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. In a large ovenproof skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and brown the sausages on all sides for about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté onions, carrots, and celery until softened (about 5 minutes), then add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  4. Stir in chopped tomatoes, broth, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, thyme, salt, and pepper; bring to a simmer.
  5. Return the sausages to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce mixture. Arrange sliced potatoes on top, drizzle with olive oil, and season.
  6. Cover and bake for 45 minutes; uncover and bake an additional 15-20 minutes until potatoes are golden.
  • Author: Emmeline
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 65 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: British

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: Approximately 1/6 of the casserole (about 400g)
  • Calories: 540
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 950mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 58g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Customize your casserole by adding other vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms. For added flavor, sprinkle grated cheese on top during the last few minutes of baking.

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