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Veggie Sausage Casserole

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 14 ounces vegetarian sausages cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion sliced
  • 2 bell peppers any color, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
  • 1 can 15 ounces cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add vegetarian sausage pieces and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  2. In the same pan, add onion and bell peppers. Cook until softened and beginning to caramelize, about 6-7 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in crushed tomatoes, cannellini beans, vegetable broth, smoked paprika, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Return the browned sausages to the pan and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook uncovered for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sauce has thickened.
  5. Stir in fresh spinach and cook until just wilted, about 2 minutes. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot with crusty bread.